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Rosa Bonheur French, 1822-1899
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Rosa Bonheur
- head of a lamb
- bears signature l.l.: Rosa Bonheur; stamped with the artist's studio sale seal on the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 16.5 by 21 cm.; 6¼ by 8¼ in.
Provenance
Artist's Studio Sale, Paris, 1900;
Victor Franses Gallery. London
Condition
The canvas is original. On close inspection the surface of the canvas is very slightly uneven in the left section. Otherwise in good clean condition and ready to hang. Ultraviolet light reveals a few extremely minor specks of retouching to the lamb, an uneven varnish and an added signature. Held in a simple gold painted frame in fair 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."