Lot 241
  • 241

French School, 19th Century

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • A young woman asleep with roses in her hair;A young woman resting on a leopard skin
  • a pair, both oil on canvas, oval

Condition

Both canvases are unlined. Both paint surfaces are generally sound with very few scattered retouchings which flouresce under UV light. The illustrated painting has a small vertical restored scratch of about 5cms centre right. Offered in modern painted wood frames in good condition with some minor paint losses.
"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

(one illustrated)