- 653
French School, 18th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- French School, 18th Century
- Venus and Cupid
- pen and dark brown ink and brown wash
- 6 3/4 by 9 1/2 in.; 16.6 by 24.6 cm.
Condition
Hinge mounted with two adhesive tabs to the upper left and upper right corners of the verso. IN generally good condition aside from areas of minor staining throughout and slight signs of abrasion to the edges of the sheet. There is a pin prick hole and two nicks to the lower right corner and a small tear to sheet, approximately 20mm, to the right side of the upper edge. The medium is still strong. Sold in an old, carved and gilded 18th/early 19th Century frame.
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.