This lot consists of a Handmade papier colle and graphite on paper, HAND SIGNED "Juan Gris" with the date 1916 at lower right. Newspaper clippings combined with pencil drawing create the image of a cup, a bottle, a violin and a piece of fruit done in the Cubist style of Juan Gris (Spanish, 1887-1927).

An accompanying Certificate of Authenticity and Value includes a photo of the piece, gives details of the work, a biography of the artist, and the statement, "ASSESSED VALUE: $85,000.00". The inscription goes on to state, "In my opinion, the work which appears and is referred to in this document is an authentic work by the artist named herein" and is signed "Roberto J Cayuso" over the title "Roberto J Cayuso Art Appraisal & Consulting". Unframed work measures approximately 20" x 15".

Finger Lakes Auction has been commissioned to liquidate a collection of fine art from an established New York collector. This is one of the pieces from that collection. This item is being sold 'as is'. Unless otherwise noted, authenticity has not been firmly established.

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COA described the piece as being in “Good†condition with typical signs of age and wear including minor foxing, toning and moisture markings. The image is crisp, clear and bold. Please view pictures for condition report.