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Paul-Albert Besnard
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert Besnard
- Portrait of Réjane: Study for Portrait de Théâtre
- signed A. Besnard and dated 1898 (lower right)
- pastel on paper laid down on canvas
- 16 1/4 by 13 in.
- 40.6 by 33 cm
Provenance
Gabrielle Charlotte Reju, called Réjane (1856-1920) (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collector, Paris (by descent from the above, her mother, circa 1920)
Private Collector, New England (by descent from the above, her mother, circa 1979)
Thence by descent to the present owners, children of the above
Private Collector, Paris (by descent from the above, her mother, circa 1920)
Private Collector, New England (by descent from the above, her mother, circa 1979)
Thence by descent to the present owners, children of the above
Literature
Le Théâtre, June 11, 1900, no. 36 (special number dedicated to Réjane), illustrated p. 12
Camille Mauclair, Albert Besnard, L'homme et l'oeuvre, Paris, 1914, p. 123
Camille Mauclair, Albert Besnard, L'homme et l'oeuvre, Paris, 1914, p. 123
Condition
Did not unframe, extreme upper right corner torn, some staining along left edge, possible fingerprints in lower right corner.
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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.