Lot 42
  • 42

Daniel Saint

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 EUR
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Description

  • Daniel Saint
  • Portrait de Monsieur Houssin, ingénieur en chef des ponts et chaussées à Saint Lô, vers 1805
  • Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire dans un cadre en métal ciselé;
    Signé au centre à gauche Saint.
    On ajoute à cette miniature:
    Entourage de Nicholas Jacques, Portrait de femme au chapeau de dentelle
  • 104 x 74 mm ; Diametre: 71 mm

Provenance

Le premier: avec Galerie Fischer, Luzerne, 1961

Condition

Daniel Saint: The ivory has cracked to the right of the sitter's left hear. There is some evidence of some minor spidery mould to the surface and above the signature to the left the pigment had began to flake. Entourage de Nicholas Jacquer: This miniature is 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.
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Catalogue Note

Daniel Saint, Portrait of Mr Houssin ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal frame ; Signed ; together with a Lady Wearing a Lace Cap, School of Nicholas Jacques, c.1805