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François-Joseph Heim
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- François-Joseph Heim
- Profile portrait of a woman
- Black chalk and stumping within a drawn black chalk oval;
signed and dated in black chalk, lower left: F.J. heim. / 1810
Condition
Hinged to the mount at the upper margin. Small section of sheet has been made up at the lower margin towards the right corner. There is also a repaired tear running up from the made up section - repair visible on verso. The sheet has suffered somewhat with discoloration and staining, more so around the oval. Black chalk remains strong and vibrant and the actual portrait free from staining.
Sold unframed.
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.