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François Gall
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- François Gall
- Pont des Arts, Paris
- Signed F. Gall and titled (lower right)
- Oil on canvas
- 15 by 18 in.
- 38.1 by 45.7 cm
- Painted circa 1950.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York (acquired circa 1965)
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. Surface in generally good condition, aside from areas of pigment separation at lower edge of canvas. Widely spaced obviously craquelure beginning to tent mainly visible in the sky and above the dog. Surface dirt, a few scattered areas of discoloration and dirty varnish. Under UV light; no apparent inpainting visible.
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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.
Catalogue Note
The Pont des Arts is a pedestrian bridge in Paris crossing the River Seine. It connects the Institut de France and the central square of the Palais du Louvre. The present work was painted en plein air from Quai de Conti, Paris 6è.