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School of François Boucher
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- François Boucher
- Portrait of a Woman
- bears signature and date f Boucher 1766 (upper right);
bears an unidentified collectors mark (L.1040) (on the reverse) - pastel on vellum
- 17 3/4 by 14 1/4 in.; 40 by 32 cm.
Condition
The vellum has been nailed on to a supporting wooden stretcher. The sheet has split away from the stretcher in the upper left corner resulting in some tiny losses. There is some very light surface dirt to the lower right quarter and some rubbing to the four edges where the work has been framed. There are two convex lines in the lower right quarter where some minor restoration may have occurred. Otherwise in good condition; the medium is still very fresh. In a carved and gilded frame, possibly French, 19th Century.
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.