Edouard-Léon Cortès (French, 1882-1969). Madeleine, circa 1950. Oil on canvas. 13 x 18 inches (33.0 x 45.7 cm). Signed l...

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Edouard-Léon Cortès (French, 1882-1969)
Madeleine, circa 1950
Oil on canvas
13 x 18 inches (33.0 x 45.7 cm)
Signed lower right: Edouard Cortès
Stamped with artist's copyright and inscribed on the reverse: 4927

PROVENANCE:
The artist;
Arnot Gallery, New York, April 1950;
Sheridan Galleries, April 25, 1950;
Private collection, California.

This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Arnot Gallery.

More information about Cortès, Edouard-Léon. See also: Cortès, Edouard Léon, Cortes, Edouard Leon, Cortes, Edouard-Leon Artist.

Condition Report*: Unlined canvas. Minor yellowing to the varnish layer. Otherwise, there appear to be no major condition issues affecting the work. Not examined out of frame.
Under UV: varnish fluoresces green unevenly. Some modern pigments fluoresce as expected. Apparent strengthening applied above the varnish layer to the orangey-browns of the leaves on the right side of the primary tree, and to the coat of the figure in the middle ground directly beneath it.
Framed Dimensions 20.5 X 25.5 Inches

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2022 September 8 Fine & Decorative Arts Showcase Auction #13189 (go to Auction Home page)

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