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Ecole Française du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description
- Suite de sept portraits de philosophes : Cléabule, Pittacus, Périandre, Thalès, Bias, Solon et Chilan
- Sanguine
Chacun annoté à la plume et encre brune en bas vers le centre avec le nom du philosophe. L'un annoté à la sanguine : Bias 3eme sage.
Contrecollés d'origine sur des cartons avec à l'arrière des biographies à la plume et encre brune de chaque philosophe, encadrées de lignes d'encre colorées. - 438 x 284 mm
Condition
All laid down on their original card backing. All slightly yellowed, with most sheets in reasonably good condition, while some are slightly foxed and stained. In a number of cases there is evidence of the red chalk offsetting onto the backing of other works though this does not really detract from the aesthetic appeal of the affected works.
The medium remains predominantly fresh throughout.
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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."
Catalogue Note
Notre série de planches renvoie à l’éducation extrêmement moderne mise en place par Madame de Genlis pour les enfants du duc et de la duchesse d’Orléans. Cette éducation prenait pour base l’enseignement des philosophes anciens.
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French School, 18th century ; Seven portraits of philosophers ; Red chalk ; Each annotated in pen and brown ink, lower centre, with the name of the philosopher. One annotated in red chalk: Bias 3eme sage. All laid down on their original card backing. On the backing the biography of each philosopher, in pen and brown ink, within coloured ink framing lines.
The present works are evidence of the extremely modern type of schooling, based around the teachings of the ancient philosophers, organised by Madame de Genlis for the children of the duc and duchesse d’Orléans.