Lot 208
  • 208

Charles Petit

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Charles Petit
  • la famille heureuse
  • signed and inscribed C Petit / Ternath lower left
  • oil on canvas
  • 66 by 54cm., 26 by 21¼in.

Provenance

Frank S. Schwartz, Inc., Philadelphia
Sale: Christie's, London, 25 March 2004, lot 74

Condition

The canvas has been re-lined. There are areas of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably to craquelure in the background. There is craquelure throughout the composition. This work exhibits a clean surface and rich colours. Held in a simple, neo-classical, striated, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame with acanthus leaf motifs at the corners.
"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.
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