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Jean-Louis Forain
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Jean-Louis Forain
- Au foyer du théâtre
- Signed j l. Forain (lower left)
- Watercolor and gouache on paper
- 14 1/2 by 8 1/8 in.
- 36.7 by 20.5 cm
Provenance
Madame Jane Renouardt (Madame Fernand Gravey)
Private Collection
Private Collection
Exhibited
Paris, Petit Palais, Musée des Beaux Arts de la Ville de Paris & Memphis, Dixon Gallery & Gardens, Jean-Louis Forain (1852-1931), La Comédie parisienne, 2011, no. 35, illustrated in color in the catalogue
Condition
This work is in very good condition. Executed on cream wove paper. It is not possible to examine the verso of the sheet although it appears that the edges are lined with japan paper which is then taped to the mount. The edges of the sheet are very slightly irregular. There is some minor surface abrasion along the extreme right edge. There are some faint studio stains, notably a water mark running parallel to the upper edge, which are inherent to the artist's technique.
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.