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THÉODORE GÉRICAULT | Horses' rumps
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 EUR
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Description
- Circle of Théodore Géricault
- Horses' rumps
- oil on canvas
- 24,5 x 32,5 cm ; 9 5/8 x 12 3/4 in.
Provenance
Jean Walter, Paris ;
Georges Renand, Paris ;
His sale, Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 13 Décember 1988, lot 61 ;
Edouard and Jeannine Chapet, Paris (purchased at the above)
Georges Renand, Paris ;
His sale, Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 13 Décember 1988, lot 61 ;
Edouard and Jeannine Chapet, Paris (purchased at the above)
Literature
Philippe Grunchec, Tout l'oeuvre peint de Géricault, Paris, 1978, pp. 130 - 131, n°A 6 B (as attributed to) ;
Germain Bazin, Théodore Géricault, Paris, 1997, Tome III, p. 119, n°637
Germain Bazin, Théodore Géricault, Paris, 1997, Tome III, p. 119, n°637
Condition
- relined - matter thin in some areas, especially on the left rump under UV light - certain craquelures were filled in in some areas - a few retouches scattered in the background and on the right rump - old restorations alongside the borders - irregularity on the lower part, probably a hair Good 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."
"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
Géricault was probably young as he executed this work. Géricault's passion for horses is well-known, be they ridden, alone, outside or in their stable. Breasts, as well as rumps, are subjects the artist particularly appreciated to study. The Musée du Louvre, Paris, keeps a painting slightly larger (38 x 46cm) representing five horses as seen from behind (INV. 4891). We would like to thank Monsieur Philippe Grunchec for kindly confirming the authenticity of this work.
We would like to thank Monsieur Bruno Chenique for kindly confirming the authenticity of this work. It will be included in the catalogue raisonné in preparation.
We would like to thank Monsieur Bruno Chenique for kindly confirming the authenticity of this work. It will be included in the catalogue raisonné in preparation.