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Théodore Géricault
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Théodore Géricault
- Studies of rearing horses
- Pencil;
bears old attribution and numbering, verso: Gericault / No 106.
Condition
Hinge mounted to a modern mount. There is evidence of some small light brown stains to areas of the sheet. Otherwise in good condition with the medium still fresh 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.
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"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
The intensely energetic and seemingly spontaneous nature of this sheet of studies is highly characteristic of Géricault's graphic style in the medium of pencil.
The various equestrian compositions found within the present work correspond closely, both in technique and subject matter, to a number of sheets found in the so called "Chicago Album", in particular folios 34 to 61, the traditional dating of which is circa 1813-14.