- 119
French School, 18th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Grotesque head
- Red chalk counterproof, reworked in red chalk
- 16 1/2 x 11 5/8 inches
Provenance
Sale, Paris, Drouot - Richelieu, 17 December 1987, lot 66,
where acquired by the present owner
where acquired by the present owner
Condition
Laid down and window mount covering edges of recto. Scattered foxing through the sheet, a larger brown stain near the lower margin in the center. An area under his nose and near the mouth where there appears to be a water stain. There are also areas in his hair where there appears to be water damage - perhaps during the counterproofing stage water made the red chalk run/bleed. Red chalk still vibrant and strong.
Sold in carved and gilded frame.
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.
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.