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Philippe Rousseau
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Philippe Rousseau
- Famille de lapins dans un sous bois
- Signé en bas à gauche: Ph Rousseau
- Huile sur toile
- 96 x 145 cm ; 37 3/4 by 57 in.
Condition
Very good overall condition.
Original canvas that does not lie properly (mainly on the upper part and on the right-hand side) on the stretcher and needs thus a proper tension.
The picture requires a cleaning.
Impressive gilt wooden frame, most probably original.
Under ultraviolet light:
Few tiny minor repaints on the background.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
En 1847, Vaines surnomma Rousseau le "Raphaël des lapins". En effet, cet élève de Gros et d'Edouard Bertin se fit connaître grâce à ses paysages et à ses natures mortes très influencées par Chardin, mais ses tableaux mettant en scène des animaux, souvent inspirés par les fables de Florian et de la Fontaine, firent l'unanimité de la critique enthousiasmée par le charme des oeuvres, leur qualité technique et le velouté des pelages. Baudelaire lui-même ne disait-il pas en 1846: "J'ai vu dernièrement, chez Durand Ruel, des canards de Monsieur Rousseau d'une beauté merveilleuse, et qui avaient bien les moeurs et les gestes des canards".