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Pauline Auzou Paris 1775 – 1835
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Pauline Auzou
- portrait of a lady, said to be a self-portrait
- signed (?) in pen and brown ink: Dessiné par Mme P. Auzou
- black chalk
Condition
The drawing is laid down on what appears to be an acid mount, which is probably contemporary to the drawing, due to the inscription on its reverse (see sale room notice). However, the sheet is in remarkably good condition, with only one small fox mark above the sitter's left shoulder. The paper is otherwise clear, and the chalk is very fresh and strong. Sold in a modern frame.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Mme Auzou was a pupil of Regnault. She was very successful both with her portraits and with her classical history subjects. Many of her works were bought by the State and by the Duchesse de Berry. She exhibited annually at the Salon du Louvre and had a large number of pupils.