- 637
French School, 19th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- French School, 19th century
- Portrait of the Artist Joseph Chinard (1756-1813)
- black chalk with stumping and erasing and touches of brush and black wash, heightened with gum arabic and white, within a black chalk oval
- sheet: 10 1/8 by 7 7/8 in.; 25.7 by 20 cm.; oval: 8 3/8 by 6 7/8 in.; 21.2 by 17.5 cm.
Condition
Surface in generally good condition aside for a few minor stains throughout the sheet although on the whole these fall outside the black chalk oval frame. There is a small brown stain to the right center of the oval frame and a horizontal crease that passes directly below the sitters right hand. The extremities of the sheet are a little tired and there is a nick to the upper left corner, however this does not detract from the overall appearance of the drawing. The medium is still fresh and vibrant.
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.