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Our September British and Continental Sale features a vast collection of paintings, bronzes, furniture, rugs, and decorative objects. Including pieces from a variety of esteemed collections. A few highlights of mention are a Philip de Laszlo oil on canvas, a Bayre bronze lion, an English Silver Two Handle Tray by Goldsmiths Company, Ltd, and a 42 Piece Rosenthal Versace Barocco Porcelain Table Service, among many others.
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Lot 168

Attributed to Fernand Leger

Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
Starting Bid
$10,000

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(French, 1881-1955)

Les Amoureux, 1954, annotated lower right "l'oeuvre/ authentique/de F. Leger/N. Leger", the artist's widow, Nadia Leger, inscription verso in ink "D. 487 - Les amoureaux etude pour "la ville" 45 x 33", ink on paper, 17-5/8 x 13-1/8 in.; gilt wood frame, 27-3/4 x 23-1/8 x 1-1/2 in.

This is a variation study for Plate 7 (Saphire p. 238) from the portfolio La Ville, Teriade Editeur, Paris, 1959. The portfolio comprises 29 color lithographs by Fernand Leger depicting life and people in Paris. It was accomplished under the supervision of the artist's wife, Nadia Leger.

Provenance: Theo Waddington Fine Art, London; Property from an Important Chicago Collection

Note: This lot is accompanied by a facsimile of the original receipt. 

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Theo Waddington Fine Art, London; Property from an Important Chicago Collection

hinged in with remnants of other mounting tape verso, inscriptions verso, light toning; frame with abrasions - Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.