Lot 124
  • 124

Adolphe Dillens

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Adolphe Dillens
  • La favorite
  • signed and dated ADillens / 1851 lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 85.5 by 130.5cm., 33½ by 51¼in.

Condition

The canvas has been re-lined. There are scattered areas of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably to the upper right and the torso and cloth covering of the female figure. Apart from scattered spot of hairline craquelure, notably to the whote pasto at the lower centre, this work is in very good condition and ready to hang. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame with a name plate.
"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."