Louis Roland Trinquesse

Mathias Komor, New York

The drawing is in good condition apart from a flattened, horizontal crease through the center. It is laid down on a thin sheet.
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.

The present drawing is a characteristic example of the work of Trinquesse.  He executed a series of drawings of seated ladies in voluminous dresses and Jean Cailleux has been able to identify several of the female sitters depicted in these works.¹

¹ J. Cailleux, 'The Drawings of Louis Roland Trinquesse,' The Burlington Magazine, CXVI, February 1974, pp. i-xiv