Lot 111: WOLS | Girouette

encre de Chine et aquarelle sur papier

21,7 x 12,7 cm; 8 9/16 x 5 in.

encre de Chine et aquarelle sur papier

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration although the sheet is darker, less yellow in the original work. This work was inspected framed. The edges are slightly uneven, and the lower right quadrant presents few tiny specks, visible under close inspection. One very faint stain located 2 cm from the right edge and 9 cm from the upper as well as a very faint crease along the upper half of the right edge are visible in the catalogue illustration. This work is in very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Rennes, Musée des Beaux arts; Cane, Musée des Beaux Arts; Paris, Galerie Beaubourg, Wols - dessins, aquarelles, peintures 1932-1951, juin - décembre 1974; catalogue, no.79, illustré          

Shigeo Chiba, L'Oeuvre de Wols, Catalogue Raisonné, Paris, 1974, p.214, illustré

Otto Wols, France
Gréty Wols, France
Marc Johannes, France
Vente: Deburaux et Associés, Paris, Vente Otto Wols (1913-1951), 15 juin 2011, lot 99
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel