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Paul-César Helleu
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Paul-César Helleu
- Head of a woman in a large hat with a dog
- Signed in the margin l.r.: Helleu
- Drypoint etching
- plate: 29.5 by 40cm.; 11 3/4 by 15 3/4 in.
Drypoint, signed in red crayon, on wove paper, framed
Provenance
Probably acquired by the Duchess's mother, Sydney Bowles Mitford, Lady Redesdale (1880-1963)
Condition
With margins, in good condition apart from mount-staining, backboard-staining, very pale uneven discolouration in the image, and small circular stain in the upper left corner of the image, traces of pencil in the margins and verso, some pale scattered fox marks, framed.
"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."