Lot 375
  • 375

Adrien Jean Le Mayeur de Merprès

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description

  • Adrien Jean Le Mayeur De Merprès
  • (i) Sketch of a Cow (ii) Sketch of a Cow in the Woods (iii) Study of Ni Pollok Sitting (iv) Portrait of Ni Pollok  
  • (iii) Signed (iv) Signed 
  • Charcoal and pastel on paper, in 4 parts
  • (i) and (ii) 25.5 by 20 cm.; 10 by 7 3/4 in.; (iii) and (iv) 20 by 25.5 cm.; 7 3/4 by 10 in.

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 6 October 2014, Lot 373

Condition

The works are in good condition overall. There is light wear and handling around the edges of the papers, most noticeably on the top margin of (iii) where tears are evident. Examination under ultraviolet light shows no sign of restoration. Framed, under Plexiglas.
"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."