Lot 5
  • 5

Camille Pissarro

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Camille Pissarro
  • Peasant Standing
  • Stamped with the initials C.P. (Lugt 613e, lower center) 
  • Charcoal on paper laid down on card
  • 11 by 6 1/4 in.
  • 28 by 16 cm

Provenance

Orovida Pissarro 
Charles E. Slatkin Galleries, New York (acquired from the above)
Acquired from the above by the mother of the present owner circa 1950 
Thence by descent (acquired in 1987) 

Condition

Charcoal on paper laid down on card. Surface in generally good condition, verso not visible. Some of the adhesive from mounting is visible recto. Uneven edges.
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 inscription O.C.P. (B.) II 10 10 at lower right reveals that this drawing once belonged to Camille Pissarro’s granddaughter, Orovida Camille Pissarro (1893-1968). Orovida was the only child of Pissarro’s oldest son Lucien and his wife Ester