Georges d'Espagnat

Durand-Ruel, Paris (commissioned in 1899-1900)
Private Collection, Paris (and sold: Sotheby's, New York, October 9, 1996, lot 54)
Acquired at the above sale

(I) The canvas is not lined, and is joined approximately 2 inches from the lower edge. The impasto is well-preserved. There are two faint horizontal stretcher bar marks in the lower third and upper third of the composition. Under UV light, there is a layer of varnish that is somewhat difficult to read through, though no inpainting is apparent. (II) The canvas is not lined, and is joined approximately 2 inches from the lower edge. The impasto is well-preserved. There are two faint horizontal stretcher bar marks in the lower third and upper third of the composition. There is some very faint stable hairline craquelure in the thickest pigments. Under UV light, there is a layer of varnish that is somewhat difficult to read through, though no inpainting is apparent.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

This work will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné being prepared by Jean-Dominique Jacquemond.