$24,885
Henri Matisse (French, 1869-1954) Tête de Femme Initialed "HM. " l.r., with an impression of a female portrait on the reverse. Conté crayon on spiral-bound paper, sheet size 10 7/16 x 8 1/4 in. (26.5 x 21.0 cm), framed. Condition: Left spiral-bound edge. Provenance: By descent within a New England family. Literature: Jean Cassou, Henri Matisse, Carnet de Dessins (Paris: Huguette Berès, Berggruen & Cie, 1955), Vol II (illus.). N.B. We wish to thank Wanda de Guébriant for kindly confirming the authenticity of the work; a photo-certificate from Madame de Guébriant accompanies the lot. Former paper tape hinges affixed to top edge verso, mounted by clear photo corners; subtle rippling; minor skinning to sheet along bottom and right edges, probably from former tape mounting measuring less than 1/8 in. wide; no additional condition issues to report.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-09-07
