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Attributed to Henri-François Riesener Paris 1767 - 1828
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri-François Riesener
- Portrait of a seated lady in a black dress
- oil on canvas
- 41 by 46 3/4 in.
- 104 by 119 cm.
Condition
Unlined. Two repaired punctures at right of head, one on the chest; a repair at lower left, on the chair and two at upper left, one on the amphora and one right of it; an unrepaired tear at lower right corner; fine craquelure througout. Under UV light: a large area of inpainting on the dark ledge above the chair; scattered retouches through canvas.
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.
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.