Bernard BUFFET (1928-1999) Seated Nude Woman, 1979 Indian ink drawing on paper . Signed upper right. Dedicated "Pour Benjamin, Affectueusement Bernard Noël 1993". Stamp, title and Maurice Garnier gallery reference on verso. 65.5 x 50 cm Provenance: - Acquired directly from the artist. - Private collection by inheritance. This drawing is referenced in the Galerie Maurice Garnier archives under number HA 1105. A certificate of authenticity can be issued on request and at the purchaser's expense. We would like to thank the Galerie Maurice Garnier for the information it has kindly provided.

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