- 39
Philippe Jacques de Loutherbourg, R.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Philippe Jacques de Loutherbourg, R.A.
- A young maid watering the cattle in a wooded, river landscape
- signed l.r.: P I de Loutherbourg. 1791
- oil on canvas, unframed
Provenance
Possibly Samuel Archbutt;
from whom purchased by Fosters & Sons, London, by 1838;
from whom purchased by F. P. Hodges;
with Shickman Gallery, New York
from whom purchased by Fosters & Sons, London, by 1838;
from whom purchased by F. P. Hodges;
with Shickman Gallery, New York
Literature
This painting is to be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonne of De Loutherbourg by Olivier Lefeuvre.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in good condition. There are some very slight abrasions to the lower edge of the canvas.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals one small area of minor retouching in the sky, upper right. There is also a slightly opaque varnish overall.
FRAME
The painting is unframed.
"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."