Lot 83
  • 83

JAMES LE JEUNE, R.H.A. | Dalkey Island, Co. Dublin

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • James le Jeune
  • Dalkey Island, Co. Dublin
  • signed l.l.: Le JEUNE
  • oil on board
  • 49.5 by 78cm., 19½ by 30¾in.

Provenance

Christie's, London, 17 May 2001, lot 23

Condition

The board appears to be sound and the work is in good overall condition. UV light reveals a small area of retouching near the centre of the upper edge. Held in a gilt composite frame, ready to hang.
"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

James Le Jeune was born in Saskatoon, Canada. He studied art in Paris then at Heatherley’s Academy in London, followed by the Byam Shaw School and the Student’s League in New York. He trained as an architect, and started working as an architect in London, painting alongside this profession. In 1950 he moved to Ireland where he initially continued practicing architecture. He soon began painting full time and frequently exhibited both portraiture and landscape paintings with the Royal Hibernian Academy becoming a full member in 1973.