- 581
Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen
Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description
- Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen
- Presumed portrait of Edmond de Goncourt
- Bears the studio sale stamp lower left (Lugt L.2341b)
- Charcoal on paper
- 27,5 x 15 cm ; 10 7/8 by 5 7/8 in.
Provenance
Steinlen posthumous sale, April 29-30th 1925 ;
Sale, Pontoise, October 16th 1999, lot 90 ;
Purchased from the above by Antal Post de Bekessy ;
Thence by descent
Sale, Pontoise, October 16th 1999, lot 90 ;
Purchased from the above by Antal Post de Bekessy ;
Thence by descent
Condition
- oblique folding in the middle of the composition
- small crease lower left
- traces of an old folding (probably restored) lower left
- waves slightly on the left (vertically)
Good overall condition.
"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
Steinlen represented Edmond de Goncourt (1822-1896) here, in our opinion. Famous writer and founder of the Académie Goncourt in 1900, awarding a price in litterature every year, Goncourt's important moustache, thick eyebrows and wavy hair are recognizable.