Lot 399
  • 399

French School, 19th Century

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 USD
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Description

  • French School, 19th century
  • Poodle Resting on the Hearth
  • signed indistinctly lower right

  • oil on panel.  Together with English School, MALTESE WITH A YELLOW RIBBON, oil on paperboard.  2 works.

  • 9 1/2 by 13 in.
  • 24.1 by 33 cm

Condition

Poodle: The surface of the work is in good condition. A crack in the panel near the bottom of the picture extending from right to left visible upon close inspection and showing through on the reverse, with possible associated repaint. A tiny loss in the carpet lower left. Ready to hang. Under UV: there are inpaints scattered in the darks around the dog and in his muzzle and a few very minor spots in the upper right quadrant. Maltese: 11 1/2 by 9 1/4 in.; 29.2 by 23.5 cm. The surface of the work is in good condition, with fine pressed craquelure throughout, lifting slightly to the left of the dog's muzzle. Under UV: very minor, pin-point sized inpaints scattered near the edges.
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.