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BENJAMIN ARLAUD | Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identifed as Poncette de La Vivarais
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identifed as Poncette de La Vivarais
- Watercolour and bodycolour on vellum, laid on a diamond suit playing card, carved gilt-wood frame;signed, dated and inscribed verso: Benjamin / Arlaud / pinxit 1703
- 55 by 44 mm.
Provenance
Sale, London, Sotheby's, 13 February 1978, lot 57;
sale, London, Christie's, 7 December 2004, lot 154
sale, London, Christie's, 7 December 2004, lot 154
Condition
Attractive colour order. The margins, particularly on the left hand side, appeared burnished. This only visble in certain raking lights.
"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."