Germain-Fabius Brest

The photography is slightly brighter than the work itself. It is on its original canvas. Under the naked eye, we can see one long restoration along the frame on the lower part and one restored loss (approx 1,5 x 6 cm) along the frame on the lower part, in the center toward the left. Three tiny restored losses are also visible in the sky and in the kiosk (visible on the photography). Several tiny restored losses and several tiny fleckings are scattered over the surface.
"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."

Elève d'Emile Loubon à Marseille puis de Constant Troyon à Paris, Brest participa au Salon de Paris de 1851 à 1896. A partir de 1855 il séjourna en Turquie. Ses vues de Constantinople et d'Asie Mineure sont peintes dans des tonalités claires et lumineuses et des couleurs vives et fraîches. Ses compositions équilibrées sont souvent rythmées par des architectures.