- 744
François-Adolphe Grison
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- François-Adolphe Grison
- The Serenade
- signed Grison (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 38 1/2 by 51 1/4 in.; 97.8 by 130.2 cm.
Provenance
Frank Shattuck, New York;
Gift from the above to the father of the present owner circa 1970;
Thence by descent to the present owner.
Gift from the above to the father of the present owner circa 1970;
Thence by descent to the present owner.
Condition
The canvas is lined. The surface is in generally good condition aside for craquelure throughout. There is frame abrasion along all 4 edges with losses, notably along the left and bottom edges and in the upper right corner. The surface is slightly dirty and there are scattered mold spots on the reverse of the canvas. Under UV; inpainting in the upper right corner, upper edge and left edge in the center.
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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.