Lot 304: AMÉDÉE OZENFANT | Jeux de mains

pencil and charcoal on paper

drawing : 28,2 x 12,5 cm; 11 1/8  x 4 7/8  in. ; folded sheet: 28,7 x 44,3 cm ; 11 1/8  x 17 3/8  in.

pencil and charcoal on paper

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet has been folded vertically along the left edge. There is a sheet of white wove paper (dimensions 30 by 18 cm) affixed to the reverse of the drawing in two points with tape. All four edges are unevenly cut with associated small tears and nicks (not visible when framed). There are a few pinholes in places, away from the composition. There are a few flattened creases throughout the composition, inherent to the support. The sheet is light stained. There are scattered oxydation dots and a few faint foxing stains. There are two small areas of paper skinning to the centre of the upper and lower edges (not visible when framed).This work is in overall 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."

Pierre Guénégan, Catalogue raisonné des œuvres sur papier d'Amédée Ozenfant, London, 2012, no 1927-1928/OP-001, illustrated p. 273

Galerie Katia Granoff, Paris
Sale: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, May 31, 2006, lot 29
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner