Lot 110
  • 110

French School 18th century, follower of Jean-Antoine Watteau

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • Two studies of hands
  • Red chalk slightly heightened with white, on grey paper
  • 175 x 260 mm ; 6 3/4 by 10 1/4 in
Sanguine et craie blanche

Provenance

Anonymous sale, Paris, Hôtel Drouot, Ader-Picard-Tajan, 22 June 1973, lot 62

Condition

En partie contrecollé. Le papier est décoloré. On remarque des taches d’eau dans les angles en bas à gauche et à droite du papier. Une petite déchirure restaurée dans le coin en haut à droite. Salissures en surface. La sanguine reste vibrante. Dans un cadre doré Partially laid down. Sheet has discoloured. There are water stains in the lower left and right corners of the sheet. A small repaired tear at the upper right corner. Surface dirt. Red chalk has retained its vibrancy. Sold in a gilt frame.
"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."