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Jean Urbain Guérin
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Urbain Guérin
- Portrait d'homme, vers 1820
- Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire dans un cadre en métal ciselé et bois fruitier décoré de glands ciselés en métal
- Diamètre 51 mm
Provenance
Ernst Holzscheiter;
sa vente, Sotheby's, Londres, 1 mai 1980, lot 98
sa vente, Sotheby's, Londres, 1 mai 1980, lot 98
Condition
This miniature is well preserved and the colours are bright. There has been some minor flaking to the gouache particularly in the sitter's waistcoat and stock. The frame is well preserved but some of the decoration is loose.
"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 Urbain Guerin, Portrait of a Gentleman, c.1820 ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal mount, fruitwood frame