Lot 189
  • 189

Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger
  • Landscape with classical ruins, a port in the background
  • Gouache on vellum;signed and dated, lower left: PA. PATEL / 1687
  • 192 by 338 mm; 7½ by 13¼ in

Provenance

With Didier Aaron & Cie, New York

Condition

The sheet of vellum has been attached to what appears to be a modern board support. There are some minor losses and abrasions to the extremities of the sheet, and old creases/extensions(?) to the left, bottom and right edges. There is some minor surface dirt to small areas of the sheet, including five very small stains to the left of the signature, lower left. The medium remains in otherwise good condition with the image strong. Sold in a modern giltwood frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.