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Bernard Boutet de Monvel
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 EUR
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Description
- Bernard Boutet de Monvel
- Black mules
- Signed lower left BERNARD / B. DE MONVEL ; Bears an old label on the back with an inscription Les mules noires 2 / Bernard Boutet de Monvel
- Oil on canvas
- 77,5 x 117,5 cm ; 30 1/2 by 46 1/4 in.
Provenance
Albert et Marcelle Cès, current owner's grandparents ;
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Exhibited
Twenty-eighth International Exhibition of Paintings, Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, October - December 1929, n° 161 titled Riders ;
Probably, Bernard Boutet de Monvel, Barry Friedman Ltd, New York, November 1994 - January 1995, n°26 titled Two Muleteers
Probably, Bernard Boutet de Monvel, Barry Friedman Ltd, New York, November 1994 - January 1995, n°26 titled Two Muleteers
Literature
The Art of Today at Pittsburgh, The American Magazine of Art, December 1929, p. 663
Condition
The painting sits on its original canvas (which is quite thick). A certain number of craquelures are visible on the surface (visible in the catalogue), some horizontal craquelures appear with a small volume (probably corresponding to the thickness of the painting matter or to an irregularity in the canvas). One or two craquelures slightly begin to open.
The matter is thin in some areas, which corresponds to the way the artist worked : by leaving some areas barely painted.
Under UV light, a few small retouches are scattered on the surface, especially in the sky and on the mules.
Good overall condition.
The painting would benefit from a light cleaning.
"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
We are thankful to Monsieur Stéphane-Jacques Addade for authenticating this work. An authentication certificate will be delivered to the buyer.