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A Collection of Seven Portrait Miniatures
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A Collection of Seven Portrait Miniatures
- one oil on copper and five watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, variously framed
- Largest 81 by 65 mm; 3 1/4 by 2 1/2 in.
including a portrait of Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia (1596-1662), Continental School, 19th Century; Madame de Sevigne (1626-1696), after Jean Petitot, 19th Century; Cardinal Richelieu (1585-1642), French School, 19th Century; Maximilien Robespierre (1758-94), French School, probably late 18th Century, and three portraits of young ladies
Condition
These miniatures are generally in good condition. There is some occasional surface dirt and some minor pigment loss but overall the works have been well preserved.
"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."