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Rosa Bonheur
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Rosa Bonheur
- A Boar, Two Horses and studies of a ram (three works)
- each: stamped Rosa Bonheur: each: with the vente wax seal on the backing
- pencil on paper
- the largest: 11 by 17 in. (27.9 by 43.2 cm)
- the smallest: 6 by 8 1/2 in. (15.2 by 21.6 cm)
Provenance
the third: Estate of the Artist (and sold: Galerie Georges Petit, Paris, May 30 - June 2, 1900, possibly lot 1601)
Condition
A Boar: pencil on colored paper 6 by 8 1/2 in. - good condition, light struck paper, yellowed, still blue at edges, hinged at upper reverse to backing.
Two Horses: 6 1/2 by 7 in. pencil on paper- good condition, hinged upper corners on verso to backing, slightly yellowed sheet.
Studies of a Ram: 11 by 17 in. pencil on paper heightened with white- sheet in good condition, hinged verso at upper corners to backing, light struck, yellowed sheet, light foxing.
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.