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French School, second half of the 17th Century
Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- 21.3 by 44.3cm; 8¼ by 17½in.; 22.8 by 42.5cm.; 9 by 16¾in.
A pair of mythological scenes: designs for fans
Gouache on vellum, one heightened with gold; laid down on panel.
Gouache on vellum, one heightened with gold; laid down on panel.
Provenance
Achille Lillier, according to inscription on reverse of one frame;
Charles de Beistegui family, Château de Groussay sale, Sotheby's, 4-6 June 1999, lot 1427.
Condition
Both sold in ornate carved and gilded frames. Both incised in a lunette shape for fan design. Both have some cracking to the surface, with some small losses to the pigment. Overall impression is, however, still strong.
"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."