Nicolas Fouché

A l'oeil nu : Le tableau se présente dans un état de conservation très satisfaisant. Il a fait l'objet d'un rentoilage ancien bien réalisé à la fin du XIXème siècle ou au début du XXème siècle. Il a fait l'objet d'un nettoyage relativement récent, correctement réalisé. A la lampe U.V. : On remarque quelques restaurations dans la paroi rocheuse en haut à gauche ainsi que quelques petites reprises dans le pied à droite. To the naked eye : The painting appears in a very satisfactory condition. It has been anciently relined ; this relining has been correctly realized, at the end of the 19th century or the beginning of the 20th century. It has been cleaned quite recently ; this cleaning has been correctly realized. Under the U.V. light : We notice a few restorations in the rock wall on the upper left corner, and some retouches on the right feet.
"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."