- 780
Attributed to Jean Baptiste Pillement
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Baptiste Pillement
- A Pair of Chinoiserie Designs
black chalk over pencil on paper
- 7 3/4 by 5 1/4 in.
- 19.7 by 13.3 cm
Condition
Each sheet is wove paper that has been laid down onto the mat. The seated figure is toned and has a repaired hole in the upper left quadrant of the sheet. There is also a small bump in the upper center of the sheet and some minor abrasions in the upper right.
The standing figure has a flattened crease or potential tear across the top third of the work from the right edge to 3/4 inch from the left edge. There is surface dirt from handling along the edges, especially evident in the lower corners.
Each work ready to hang.
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.
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.