Louis LATAPIE (1891–1972) Triad. The Three Herculanean Tasks Ink, ink wash, and highlights in white gouache. Signed lower left. (Brown stain in the center of the composition; some foxing.) 16.5 x 22.5 cm Provenance: Tajan Auction, Paris, November 27, 2009, lot 267. The theme of the triad—a sensual vision of the female body—was particularly dear to the artist, who explored it through numerous paintings during the final years of his life, between 1970 and 1971. We thank Ms. Dominique Bissière for confirming the authenticity of this work and for the information she provided.
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Louis LATAPIE (1891–1972)
Triad. The Three Herculanean Tasks
Ink, ink wash, and highlights in white gouache.
Signed lower left.
(Brown stain in the center of the composition; some foxing.)
16.5 x 22.5 cm
Provenance:
Tajan Auction, Paris, November 27, 2009, lot 267.
The theme of the triad—a sensual vision of the female body—was particularly dear to the artist, who explored it through numerous paintings during the final years of his life, between 1970 and 1971.
We thank Ms. Dominique Bissière for confirming the authenticity of this work and for the information she provided.
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Friday 6 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 5 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris