Fernand Leger (1881-1955), Study for "Les Cyclistes" (circa 1942)
Fernand Léger (1881-1955) Study for "Les Cyclistes", circa 1942 Chinese ink on paper 11-3/4 x 17-3/4 inches (30 x 45 cm) (sheet) PROVENANCE: Collection of Louis Carré; Lucien Goldschmidt, New York, acquired from the above, 1967; Collection of Eileen and Herbert C. Bernard; Doyle, New York, November 1, 2016, lot 69; Private collection, acquired from the above. NOTE: This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by the Comité Léger on November 27, 2023. HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Presents well. Toning to the sheet, most apparent at edges. A very few small tears at edges, not visible when mat is closed. Very slight undulation to the sheet, most visible under raking light. Some scattered small dots of discoloration, possibly foxing. Sheet is hinged to board at two points along upper edge of verso. Window matted and framed under glass. Framed Dimensions 19.25 X 25.25 Inches
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Fernand Léger (1881-1955) Study for "Les Cyclistes", circa 1942 Chinese ink on paper 11-3/4 x 17-3/4 inches (30 x 45 cm) (sheet) PROVENANCE: Collection of Louis Carré; Lucien Goldschmidt, New York, acquired from the above, 1967; Collection of Eileen and Herbert C. Bernard; Doyle, New York, November 1, 2016, lot 69; Private collection, acquired from the above. NOTE: This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by the Comité Léger on November 27, 2023. HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Presents well. Toning to the sheet, most apparent at edges. A very few small tears at edges, not visible when mat is closed. Very slight undulation to the sheet, most visible under raking light. Some scattered small dots of discoloration, possibly foxing. Sheet is hinged to board at two points along upper edge of verso. Window matted and framed under glass. Framed Dimensions 19.25 X 25.25 Inches
