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Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin
- Portrait de dame traditionnellement appelée Marie-Thérèse, Duchesse d'Angoulême
- Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire dans un cadre en bronze doré ;
Signé et daté en bas à gauche: Augustin / 1815 / Paris - 90 x 73 mm
Provenance
Collection du Major R. M. de la Hey;
sa vente, Sotheby's, Londres, 4 novembre 1968, lot 182
acquis par David Lavender
sa vente, Sotheby's, Londres, 4 novembre 1968, lot 182
acquis par David Lavender
Exhibited
Vienne, Albertina, International Exhibition of Miniatures, 1965, no. 16
Condition
This miniature is in very good condition and the colours are bright and fresh. In the background to the right there appears to be a small area of retouching. The frame and work are impressive.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin, Portrait of a Lady, Traditionally Identified as Marie-Therese, Duchess of Angouleme ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, ormolu frame ; Signed lower left: Augustin / 1815 / Paris