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French School, second half of the 17th Century
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- 22.2 by 42.7cm.; 8¾ by 16¾in.
The Triumph of Love: a design for a fan
Gouache, heightened with gold on vellum;
bears numerous inscriptions in black ink and gold.
Gouache, heightened with gold on vellum;
bears numerous inscriptions in black ink and gold.
Provenance
Charles de Beistegui family, Château de Groussay sale, Sotheby's, 4-6 June 1999, lot 1426.
Condition
Sold in a fine carved and gilded frame. Not seen out of frame. The sheet is incised to describe the shape of the fan. There is some discolouration along some of these lines, in particular at the upper centre. There is a horizontal crease across the lower part of the left side, with slight disruption to the surface. Otherwise the condition is fine and the gouache 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."