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Eugène Modeste Edmond Lepoittevin
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Eugène Modeste Edmond Lepoittevin
- Approaching a Surprise
- signed Eug. LePoittevin and dated 1862 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 12 by 20 7/8 in.
- 30.5 by 53 cm
Provenance
American Art Galleries
A.E. Clegg, acquired from the above in 1916
Acquired by the present owner as a gift from the above
A.E. Clegg, acquired from the above in 1916
Acquired by the present owner as a gift from the above
Condition
In good condition. The canvas is strip lined. Colors are generally bright and fresh. UV: areas of flourescence on the figure, on the horizon line to either side of the figure, and in the grass at right more suggestive of later pentiments than of restoration.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.