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Rosa Bonheur
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Rosa Bonheur
- Sheep Resting, A single Sheep and studies of a Sheep (three works)
- each: stamped Rosa Bonheur; each: with the vente wax seal on the backing
- each: red chalk on paper
- the largest: 7 1/2 by 9 1/2 in. (19.1 by 24.1 cm)
- the smallest: 5 1/4 by 10 1/2 in. (13.3 by 26.7 cm)
Provenance
the first: Estate of the Artist (and sold: Galerie Georges Petit, Paris, May 30 - June 2, 1900, lot 1631)
the third: Estate of the Artist (and sold: Galerie Georges Petit, Paris, May 30 - June 2, 1900, lot 1587)
Condition
Sheep Resting: 5 1/4 by 10 1/2 inches, good condition, hinged verso upper corners to the backing 3 small tears at upper edge, light struck yellowed paper, few other tiny rips at edges. Some stains.
A Single Sheep: 7 1/2 by 9 1/2 inches, good condition, some repaired losses at edge which is evident, light struck paper. hinged verso upper corners to the backing light struck yellowed paper, few other tiny rips at edges. Some stains.
Studies of a Sheep: 9 by 8 1/2 inches, good condition, hinged verso upper corners to the backing, small tears at edges, some discoloration.
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.