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Oil on canvas. The varnish has discolouration. On closer inspection there is some craquelure to the blue tones in picture behind and to the head. There are a few indentations to the upper left quadrant. There are a few minor frame abrasions. Not examined under UV light. Not examined out of the frame.
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Lot 94Sale 18852
Nu aux insectesRoger Chapelain-Midy (1904-1992)Estimate: GBP 3,000 - 4,000
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