Lot 163
  • 163

Antoine-Marie Chenavard

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description

  • Antoine-Marie Chenavard
  • Projet de décor égyptisant
  • Signé et daté en bas a gauche Chenavard fils 1813
    Signé sur le montage en bas à gauche Chenavard fils
  • Aquarelle
  • 41,5 x 62 cm ; 16 1/3 by 24 1/2

Condition

The watercolour is in good condition. It is slightly dirty. Several scratches are visible in the ceiling and above the two figure at the right hand part.Several small tears and a few wearing off of watercolour are visible in the lower corners .
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

On connait un autre projet de décor par Antoine-Marie Chenavard (cf, vente Chrisitie's , Londres, 20 novembre 2008, lot 624) et daté, comme notre aquarelle, du début de la carrière de l'artiste. On doit à cet architecte le grand théâtre de Lyon