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Jean Thomas Thibault
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Thomas Thibault
- Two Italian scenes:A) An interior view of the Basilica of San Paolo Fuori le Mura;B) Figures outside the Palazzo Madama
- Both pen and black ink and watercolour;A) signed, lower right: J.T. THIBAULTB) signed and dated on the balustrade of the pool, lower centre: J.T. THIBAULT. 1811
- Both: 625 by 845 mm; 24 5/8 by 33 1/4 in sight size
Condition
Neither work has been examined out of their respective frames. They both appear to be laid down on board, which then appears to have been laid down on to a wooden backing. They are both generally in good condition, with some rubbing of the surface and abrasions to the extremities in both sheets. There is some additional staining and losses to the sky of the Villa Madama watercolour. Overall the medium remains strong throughout. Both sold in gilt French Empire frames.
"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
Thibault, known as an architect and a landscape artist, studied at the French Academy in Rome from 1780. As at least one of the present works dates from significantly later in the artist's career, one can safely assume that it was drawn on a later visit to the city.