Lot 55
  • 55

Henri Gervex

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Henri Gervex
  • Jeune femme à sa toilette
  • signed H. Gervex lower left
  • pastel on canvas
  • 65 by 54.5cm., 25½ by 21½in.

Condition

Unexamined out of the frame and under glass. Apart from some possible light surface rubbing including to the signature, this work is in good overall condition and ready to hang. Presented framed and glazed.
"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

Executed circa 1910-20. The execution of the present work is testament to Gervex's association with the Société des pastelistes français, of which he was President in 1913.