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René Magritte (Belgian, 1898-1967) Lettre-Objet “Le Canal” (Likely to Léo Dohmen)
Estimate: $5,000-$8,000
Sold
$8,500
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part IV
Location
Philadelphia
Size
10 1/4 x 8 1/2 in. (26 x 21.6cm)
Description
René Magritte

(Belgian, 1898-1967)

Lettre-Objet “Le Canal” (Likely to Léo Dohmen)

ink and paper collage

inscribed with title (verso)

10 1/4 x 8 1/2 in. (26 x 21.6cm)


The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


This lot is located in Philadelphia.

Condition
The work is in overall good condition. The paper has been cut at the top, presumably by the artist in the making. At the top center where the paper was cut, there is an area of repair with clear tape verso. The paper has hard creases in quarters. The top white sheet is affixed to the blue under sheet in three places, but is loose at the top left corner. There is a spot of soiling at bottom center. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
inscribed with title (verso)
Provenance
This lot is accompanied by a photo-certificate issued by the Magritte Committee, signed by Charly Herscovici and dated April 11, 2024.