Lot 87
  • 87

Edmé Bouchardon

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Edmé Bouchardon
  • Design for a covered vase, the handle joined to the lid
  • Red chalk

Provenance

Captain F.J.C. Holdsworth, Widdicombe House, Kingsbridge, Devon;
sale, London, Christie's, 24 May 1921, part of lot 12

Exhibited

London, Royal Academy, The Paul Oppé Collection, 1958, no. 339

Condition

Laid down on blue mount. Overall in very good condition. Some light brown staining in the centre of the vase. Red chalk vibrant and strong.
"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

ENGRAVED:
In reverse by Gabriel Huquier for the 'Premier Livre de Vases' (Fig.1)