ALBERT LEBOURG | Bas Meudon, la Seine

Philippe Bemberg, Paris & Lausanne
Thence by descent to the present owner

The canvas is not lined. Examination under UV light reveals two areas of retouching: in the upper left quadrant (approx. 6 cm wide) and in the lower left quadrant (approx. 7 cm wide), with an associated patch on the verso of canvas. There are a few further spots of retouching in areas, notably in the sky and along the extreme edges. There are fine hairline craquelures and some paint shrinkage throughout the composition, notably in the sky. There is a small inward concave bent to the left part of the lower edge of the strecher. There is some frame rubbing along the extreme edges. There are a few paint losses, notably to the lower left quadrant and to the lower right corner. There are a few pinholes along the upper edge. This work is in overall fairly 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."

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by François Lespinasse.