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Bernard Buffet (1928-1999)
Toreador, 1958
Gouache and crayon on Arches paper
29-3/4 x 22 inches (75.6 x 55.9 cm) (sheet)
Signed and dated lower left: Bernard Buffet 58

PROVENANCE:
Galerie David et Garnier, Paris;
Niveau Gallery, New York;
Gallery Reese Palley, Atlantic City, New Jersey;
Private collection, New York.

NOTE:
This work is listed in the archives of the Galerie Maurice Garnier and is accompanied by a photo-certificate of authenticity, signed by Céline Lévy and dated September 5, 2025.




Condition Report*: Presents well. Toning to sheet, visible along sheets edge; craquelure observed to areas of thicker paint application. One small abrasion to upper right area of figure's hat. Scattered black pin dots to areas of negative space.
Framed under glass.
Framed Dimensions 38 X 30 Inches
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Auction Dates
November, 2025
19th Wednesday
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Sold on Nov 19, 2025 for: $68,750.00
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