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Jules Chéret
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- Jules Chéret
- Group of six panels for the Villa of Baron Vitta
- Two panels are signed lower right J. Chéret ; One bears inscriptions on the back La Loïe Füller dans la Danse de Feu (Folies Bergères) and Seiner Lumley / King's Street W1 London
- Oil on panel, a group of six
- 48 x 24,5 cm ; 48 x 26,4 cm ; 48 x 26,4 cm, 32,5 x 25,5 cm ; 28,8 x 18,2 cm ; 28,8 x 18,2 cm ; 18 7/8 by 9 5/8 in. ; 18 7/8 by 9 5/8 in. ; 18 7/8 by 9 5/8 in. ; 12 3/4 by 10 in. ; 11 1/4 by 7 1/4 in. ; 11 1/4 by 7 1/4 in.
Provenance
Baron Vitta Collection ;
Purchased by Sir Robert Abdy in the 1930s ;
By descent to the current owners
Purchased by Sir Robert Abdy in the 1930s ;
By descent to the current owners
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."
Catalogue Note
These works were most probably conceived as decorations for chairs or cupboards in the Baron Vitta's villa. See note to lot 214. Two panels from this set represent Loïe Füller dancing.