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Benjamin Constant
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Description
- Jean Joseph Benjamin Constant
- Judith
- signed Benjamin Constant (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 51 5/8 by 33 5/8 in.
- 131.1 by 85.4 cm
Provenance
George Eastman, Rochester, New York
Condition
Lined. Finely patterned craquelure to the area Under UV: Spot of inpainting underneath her chin in the shadow, in her chest, and underneath and above her chest. A few further dots and dashes of inpainting just above her chest. A few strokes of inpaint to her hair to address paint separation. Inpainting at upper edge to address frame abrasion. Inpainting in darker area in between geometric rug design at lower left expending upwards in rug along left side. Dots, dashes and spots throughout background.
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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.