Lot 192
  • 192

Rosa Bonheur

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • Rosa Bonheur
  • Studies of a Lion's Head
  • stamped Rosa Bonheur (lower right); with the vente wax seal on the backing
  • pencil on paper laid down on board
  • 4 3/4 by 7 3/4 in.
  • 12.1 by 19.7 cm

Provenance

Estate of the Artist (and sold: Galerie Georges Petit, Paris, May 30-June 2, 1900)

Condition

Fair condition, 2 inch diameter spot of stain on upper center edge, a couple pindots of foxing, 2 tiny rust spots with attendant holes.
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.