- 89
Nicolas Lancret
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Nicolas Lancret
- Recto: Un homme allongé, les jambes croiséesVerso: Un homme allongé sur le côté levant sa main gauche et étude partielle de sa main gauche
- Sanguine et crayon noir, rehauts de craie blanche (recto),
Sanguine, rehauts de craie blanche (verso) - 183 x 235 mm; 7¼ by 9¼ in
Condition
Window mounted. The sheet has yellowed somewhat and there is evidence of light foxing and some minor staining to both the recto and verso. An old hanging line runs horizontally down the centre of the sheet and there is a small horizontal tear to the lower right edge (recto) and a small circular hole to the left leg of the reclining figure (recto). The medium remains reasonably strong 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
Nous tenons à remercier Mary Tavener Holmes pour avoir confirmé l'attribution de ce dessin à Nicolas Lancret et pour l'avoir daté du milieu des années 1730.