Jean-Baptiste Huët

The edges of the drawing are currently covered by a small mount. The sheet itself appears to be partially hinged to an old backing sheet, which has in turn been laid down to a sheet of card. There is evidence of light foxing throughout the sheet and what appears to be an old repaired tear to the upper left corner. The sheet has buckled somewhat in places, however the medium remains strong throughout. Sold in a giltwood frame. Les bords du dessin sont couverts par un petit passe-partout. La feuille elle-même est partiellement accrochée à une vieille feuille de montage qui a été contrecollée à une feuille cartonnée. Il y a quelques traces de rousseurs sur la feuille et il semble qu'il y ait une déchirure réparée sur le coin en haut à gauche. La feuille a quelque peu gondolé par endroit, cependant le médium reste puissant dans l'ensemble. Vendu dans un cadre doré.
"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."