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Henri-Guillaume Schlesinger French, 1814-1893
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Description
- Henri-Guillaume Schlesinger
- An Egyptian Girl Preparing for a Bath
signed and dated H. Schlesinger 1869 l.c.
oil on canvas
- 117.5 by 90cm., 42¼ by 35½in.
Provenance
Sale: Davison Sons, Newcastle, 9 December 1891
Acquired by the father of the present owner circa 1930; thence by descent
Condition
The canvas has been relined. On close inspection there are areas of minor craquelure and there is one small repaired damage near the upper edge, towards the left (just visible in the catalogue illustration). Otherwise the paint surface appears to be in good stable condition. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a thick varnish and evidence of minor retouchings in the aforementioned area, a small area lower left and a few minor flecks on her left ear and her neck. The colours are brighter and warmer than is suggested by the catalogue illustration.
Held in a decorative moulded gilt frame in good condition.
"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."
"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."