Pierre Colle, Paris, 1932 by Henri Cartier-Bresson
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Henri Cartier-Bresson (French, 1908–2004)
Pierre Colle, Paris, 1932, 1970
Lot ID: 89848
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Silver Print Gelatin silver print
  • 9.5 x 14 in. (24.13 x 35.56 cm.)
Signed; In ink, lower right recto.
Printed 1970
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Lot Details

Image is 9.5 x 14.12 inches (24.1 x 35.9 cm); paper size is 12 x 16 inches (30.3 x 40.5 cm). Printed in 1970.

Cartier-Bresson's first solo show took place in 1932 at the Galerie Pierre Colle, Paris. Cartier-Bresson's use of a small camera gave him the essential ability to overcome the formal and unnatural behavior of those who were aware of being photographed. This work exemplifies Cartier-Bresson's ability to capture personal moments candidly: his subject, Pierre Colle, reclines after just putting down the newspaper and casually glances up.

Condition and Restoration: The photograph was damaged when the glass in which it was framed broke from a fall. It has been completely restored. There were areas of damaged emulsion right above the signature. Consolidation and lay down of all areas of emulsion over loss areas using water-based adhesive. Dry under blotters and light weights were used to flatten. Inpainting of the emulsion was completed with watercolors.

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The seller has recorded the following condition for this lot:
Restoration
Area: Image
Location: Lower right
Notes: The photograph was damaged when the glass in which it was framed broke from a fall. It has been completely restored. There were areas of damaged emulsion right above the signature. Consolidation and lay down of all areas of emulsion over loss areas using water-based adhesive. Dry under blotters and light weights were used to flatten. Inpainting of the emulsion was completed with watercolors.
Degree: Minor

Definition Key
Area
Image The central image area, composition, or focal point; the area inside the margins/plate marks.
Margin Areas bordering the central image, outside the plate marks, or the perimeter area.
Edge The farthest edge of the object.
Verso The reverse/back of the object.



Degree
Minor An existing condition which generally does not involve risk of loss.
Moderate Noticeable damage, increasing in severity and/or size; should be monitored or corrected by a conservator.
Major Distinct, recognizable damage; the stability of the work is questionable and risk is a factor. Requires the attention of a conservator.
Extreme Advanced and severe damage; work is insecure and at great risk.

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  • Pickup Location: New York, USA
  • Shipping Dimensions: 9.5 x 14 in. (24.13 x 35.56 cm.)

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