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Charles-Victor-Eugène Lefebvre
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Charles-Victor-Eugène Lefebvre
- Neapolitan Horseman Leading Two Horses
- watercolor on paper
- 6 1/4 in. by 9 in.
- 15.9 cm by 22.9 cm
signed Charles le Febvre and dated 1834 (lower left)
Condition
Very good condition. Colors are bright and fresh. 1/4 inch scuff to mountain peak in distance on left. Please note not examined out of the frame.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Born in Paris in 1805, Lefebvre first studied with Baron Gros. He then joined the workshop of Abel and Pujol. He first exhibited at the Salon in 1827. He won the silver medal in 1833 and the gold in 1845. He was named Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur in 1859. His works are mainly in French Museums, notably in Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Montpellier, Reims, Rouen and Versailles.