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François de Troy
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- François de Troy
- Etude pour un portrait d'homme
- Huile sur toile
- 18 1/8 x 15 1/4 inches
Provenance
Collection de Claude-Victor Thomas, Paris en 1967;
Acquis chez ce dernier par l'actuel propriétaire
Acquis chez ce dernier par l'actuel propriétaire
Condition
Under the naked-eye: The painting is overall in very satisfactory state of conservation. It has been properly relined during the first half of the twentieth century. We do not notice any restoration.
Under the UV light: The painting appears under a tick, green and uniform varnish. We can see light traces of restoration on the lips corner, on the chin and a band two centimeters in height along the extreme bottom.
"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."
"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."