- 209
French School, 18th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- A guardroom interior with a seated cavalier and other figures conversing with an old man
- oil on panel
- 36.4 by 47.7 cm.
Provenance
Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's, 16 July 1980, lot 21 (as by Jean Louis de Marne).
Condition
The actual painting is warmer in tone and has less contrast in the colours than the catalogue illustration suggests.
The panel consists of one plank which is cradled. The panel has slightly warped, but is stable. The paint surface is in very good condition, no damages are visible. The varnish layer is old and discoloured.
Inspection under UV-light reveals retouchings in the upper right background, one in the centre foreground and a few scattered spots lower right. The figures appear to be well preserved.
Offered in a gilt plaster frame, with a few small damages and chips. (JD)
"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."