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Claude-Jean Besselièvre
Estimate
3,000 - 4,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Claude-Jean Besselièvre
- Portrait d'homme, vers 1820
- Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire, cadre doré;
Signé au centre à droite: Besselièvre. - 110 x 77 mm
Provenance
Vente anonyme, Christie's, Londres, 28 novembre 1978, lot 51;
vente anonyme, Sotheby's, Genève, 17 mai 1984, lot 190
vente anonyme, Sotheby's, Genève, 17 mai 1984, lot 190
Condition
This miniature remains in good condition. There is some very minor surface mould located in the lower part of the composition.
"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
Claude-Jean Besselièvre, Portrait of a Gentleman ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal mount ; Signed centre right: Besselièvre