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Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger
- Two landscapes with classical ruins: A) with two figures conversing to the left; B) with boats drawn up to the shore
- Both gouache on vellum, laid down on panel;
both signed in white: APATEL
Condition
A: Some vertical crackling above waterfall; wear at left edge and damage to sky top left.
B: Possible wear at bottom left corner, vertical crackling in architecture at right; small loss by figure in foreground.
Both in gilt frames.
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.
Catalogue Note
These two gouaches are characteristic of Patel style, particularly in his use of thin strokes of white to highlight and define foliage and architecture. See also the previous two lots.