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Jean-François Colson
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-François Colson
- Academy study of a male nude, seated on a rock
- Red chalk and stumping, heightened with white chalk, within red chalk framing lines;
signed and dated in red chalk: Colson / 1766 and ? fran Colson
Provenance
Royal Institute of British Architects (the sale of the drawing from this collection was confirmed in a letter from John Harris to Ralph Holland, 21 January 1969);
with Abbott and Holder, London, from whom purchased, 1966
with Abbott and Holder, London, from whom purchased, 1966
Condition
Bottom left corner seems to have been reattached. Crease around lower right corner and up edge - this and the comparable indication on the left edge perhaps traces of former mounting. Small tear towards bottom right corner repaired with bit of paper on verso
"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."
"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."