LANCELOT-THÉODORE TURPIN DE CRISSÉ | Florence from the Boboli Gardens

Private collection, Paris, purchased from the 1947 exhibition ;
Offered to the current owner's parents in the 1960s

Paysages d'Italie, Galerie Charpentier, Paris, 1947, n°129

relined; one repainted area on the window and wall of the building on the left; rather large repainted area in the foliage in the lower right side on the railing ; a few repainted areas across the surface ; thin layer of paint in some places and a few craquelures visible especially in the sky ; good overall 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."

Tuprin de Crissé travels to Italy several times and goes at least twice to Florence, in 1807 and 1818. He sketches numerous studies in situ that he will later use to paint refined and detailed compositions. We would like to thank Madame Caroline Chaine for kindly confirming the authenticity of this work.