Lot 129
  • 129

Circle of Simon Vouet

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Simon Vouet
  • a kneeling and draped figure of a woman
  • Black chalk with traces of white chalk;
    bears old attribution in pen and brown ink: Poussin 

Provenance

J.D. Lempereur (L.1740), on his mount;
bears old inventory number in pen and ink on the backing of the old mount: N 39;
Emile Calando fils (L.837; his inventory number 417, as Nicolas Poussin)

Condition

Drawing generally in good condition. Laid down on the old French mount. Some dirt to the surface to the right side and a small brown stain, small rubbing in few places but chalk still quite fresh.
"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."