- 251
Pierre Lélu
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pierre Lélu
- Hagar and the Angel
- Red chalk;
bears old attribution, lower right: P. Lélu
Provenance
With Galerie de Bayser, Paris, by 1991
Literature
O. Lopez, 'Pierre Lélu dessinateur, 1741-1810', thesis, Université Paris IV Sorbonne, 2012, no. 2
Condition
Hinge mounted to the upper edge. The sheet is very slightly buckled and all four edges are uneven with some small nicks and creases in places. There is some surface dirt and very minor discoloration to the sheet. Otherwise in very good condition, with the medium strong and vibrant throughout.
"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
This rare red chalk study by Lélu may be related to the artist's painting of the same subject that appeared in Jacques-Augustin de Silvestre’s sale in Paris (Chariot) on 17 April 1780 and the following days (lot 68).