Lot 164
  • 164

Berthe Morisot

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Paysage à Mézy: dans Le Jardin de La Blotière
  • Stamped Berthe Morisot (lower left)
  • Colored crayon on paper
  • 9 1/8 by 8 1/2 in.
  • 25.2 by 22 cm

Provenance

Quatre Chemins-Editart, Paris
Acquired from the above on May 2, 1959

Exhibited

Lille, Palais des Beaux-Arts & Martigny, Switzerland, Fondation Pierre Gianadda, Berthe Morisot 1841-1895, 2002, no. 127, illustrated in color in the catalogue

Condition

Fairly good condition, executed on a sheet folded up about 3 inches from the lower edge. The sheet is time darkened overall. Mat stains on all 4 edges and darkened tape residue to the upper left. There are a few other small stains, most noticeably in the left corner, otherwise fine.
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.