Lot 137: EMMANUEL BENNER | Nu étendu

Huile sur toile

90.5 x 180.5cm ; 35 5/8 by 42 3/4 in

Huile sur toile

On its original canvas. Under UV light, a tear appears restorated in the backgrounds in the upper left. Repaints are visible alongside the frame. Small repaints scattered are visible on the surface, especially on the lady's back. Probably in its original frame.
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