Lot 79
  • 79

Etienne Parrocel

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Etienne Parrocel
  • Study of a female figure seated on clouds
  • Black and white chalk; the lower corners cut

Condition

Hinge mounted to a sheet of paper. The sheet has yellowed somewhat, with some old creasing and minor damage to the upper and lower right corners and left half of the lower edge. There is a brown stain to the lower centre of the sheet and an old repaired tear to the centre of the right edge and an old horizontal crease running across the legs of the figure. The medium remains reasonably strong throughout.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."