EUGENE BERMAN (RUSSIAN-AMERICAN 1899-1972)
EUGENE BERMAN (RUSSIAN-AMERICAN 1899-1972)
Pair of portraits of Georges Hugnet, 1929
ink on paper
38 x 49.5 cm (15 x 19 1/2 in.)
52 x 38 cm. (20.5 x 15 in.)
framed dimensions: 53.34 x 64.77 cm (21 x 25 1/2 in.)
68.58 x 54.61 cm. (27 x 21.5 in.)
signed lower right on each
PROVENANCE
Pierre Le-Tan's Collection
Sotheby's, London, 25 October 1995, lots 127 and 129
LOT NOTES
This painting of George Hugnet (French 1906-1974) emphasizes the expression of internal feelings of loneliness, wonder and youthful beauty. Hugnet's male form is an innocent and lonely romantic vision of the artist, who is bridging his love for surrealism and with Neo-classical tradition.
An artist, a poet and a writer himself, Hugnet was a close friend of Eugene Berman. Both artists collaborated with other famous artists of the time such as Picasso, Miro, Duchamp and Cocteau, and belonged to Gertrude Stein circle.
The drawings are expressive and emotional and are great examples of Berman's nostalgic romantic vision.
Condition Report: CONDITIONObserved in frame under glass both drawings are in good condition, some waviness to the paper, paper aging and surface grime. No other visible issues to report, minor creasing to the upper right corner of one of the pieces.N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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EUGENE BERMAN (RUSSIAN-AMERICAN 1899-1972)
Pair of portraits of Georges Hugnet, 1929
ink on paper
38 x 49.5 cm (15 x 19 1/2 in.)
52 x 38 cm. (20.5 x 15 in.)
framed dimensions: 53.34 x 64.77 cm (21 x 25 1/2 in.)
68.58 x 54.61 cm. (27 x 21.5 in.)
signed lower right on each
PROVENANCE
Pierre Le-Tan's Collection
Sotheby's, London, 25 October 1995, lots 127 and 129
LOT NOTES
This painting of George Hugnet (French 1906-1974) emphasizes the expression of internal feelings of loneliness, wonder and youthful beauty. Hugnet's male form is an innocent and lonely romantic vision of the artist, who is bridging his love for surrealism and with Neo-classical tradition.
An artist, a poet and a writer himself, Hugnet was a close friend of Eugene Berman. Both artists collaborated with other famous artists of the time such as Picasso, Miro, Duchamp and Cocteau, and belonged to Gertrude Stein circle.
The drawings are expressive and emotional and are great examples of Berman's nostalgic romantic vision.
Condition Report: CONDITIONObserved in frame under glass both drawings are in good condition, some waviness to the paper, paper aging and surface grime. No other visible issues to report, minor creasing to the upper right corner of one of the pieces.N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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