- 771
GROUP OF FOUR PASTEL PORTRAITS OF A FAMILY, FRENCH SCHOOL, CIRCA 1800
Estimate
800 - 1,000 USD
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Description
- pastel, charcoal, and graphite on paper
- Oval 6 1/4 in. by 5 3/4 in.
Pastel, charcoal, and graphite on paper.
Provenance
Pook and Pook Inc., Auctioneers, Downingtown, Pennsylvania, October 2, 2009, lot 82.
Condition
The older man has some losses to the left-hand side of portrait. Some minor staining and discoloration on remaining three portraits. They are all possibly in original frames. Some losses and warping on the frames.
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.