Lot 410
  • 410

Albert Edelfelt Finnish 1854-1905

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Description

  • Albert Edelfelt
  • Jenny Carrén Muotokuva (Portrait of Jenny Carré)
  • signed and inscribed à l'ami Gueldry / AEdelfelt l.r.

  • coloured chalks and wax crayon on buff paper
  • 61.5 by 46cm., 24¼ by 18in.

Condition

Executed on dark beige buff paper. The sheet is not laid down. There are no signs of any damages or foxing and the work is in good overall condition. Held in an ornate plaster moulded frame with a clean linen mount. Unexamined out of 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.
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Catalogue Note

The sitter was the sister of the famous French singer Marguerite Carré (1880-1947).