Lot 555
  • 555

Joseph Paul-Martin

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description

  • Joseph Paul-Martin
  • Interior of the Saint Maclou cathedral, Pontoise
  • Signed and dated lower left Paul Martin 1838 (?) ; Titled on the reverse Intérieur de l'Eglise Saint Maclou à Pontoise / Vue prise derrière le choeur d'après nature and bears an old number 41
  • Oil on panel
  • 55 x 43 cm ; 21 5/8 by 17 3/8 in.

Provenance

Gallery of S.A.R. la duchesse de Berry, Venice, according to a stamp on the reverse ;
Sale, Pontoise, 5 June 1999, lot 10

Condition

- the painting is slightly dirty and would benefit from a light cleaning Under UV light, - several craquelures were filled in - retouches on the ceiling, on the borders, on the ground and on the figures - thick varnish which probably conceals old restorations barely visible
"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.
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