Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier

Studio of the artist (and sold: Galerie Georges Petit, Paris, May 12-20, 1893, lot 445)
Charles Meissonier (acquired at the above sale and sold: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, Aquarelles, études peintes & dessins par E. Meissonier, April 24, 1901, lot 21)
Galerie Fisher Kiener, Paris and San Francisco
Denenberg Fine Arts, Boston

The sheet has been laid down onto a secondary sheet; it is adhered along all 4 edges though the verso is open so as to expose the verso of the original sheet. The blue paper has faded to tan. Along the right edge, the artist appears to have used the edge to wipe his brush; there is a stain along the left edge from the center of the sheet to the lower left corner. In generally good 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.
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.

Not illustrated.