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Jean Louis Forain
Estimate
600 - 800 EUR
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Description
- Jean Louis Forain
- RÉGISSEUR ET COMÉDIENS (RECTO), LE FUSIL DANS LA CHEMINÉE (VERSO)
signé Forain (en bas à droite)
encre de Chine et fusain sur papier
- 33 x 44,5 cm ; 13 x 17 1/2 in.
Condition
Executed on white wove paper, not laid down, fixed to the mount at two points at the top of the left and right edges. There are 4 flattened creases running from the upper edge to the lower edge in the left part of the composition. The right part of the composition has been damaged, resulting in a 5 cm loss of paper with two small associated tears (not visible when framed). There are 4 spots of foxing in the lower right corner. Otherwise this work is in stable condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
signed 'Forain' (lower right), Indian ink and charcoal on paper.