Lot 334
  • 334

JEAN-BAPTISTE HUËT | Study of a young woman with flowers in her hair

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jean Baptiste Huët
  • Study of a young woman with flowers in her hair 
  • Black, red and blue chalk, heightened with white;signed in black chalk, upper right:  J.B.Huet
  • 213 by 144 mm

Condition

Window mounted with Japan paper. Some light staining at the four corners of the sheet, more pronounced at the lower right corner. Some light foxing, barely visible. Chalk remains strong and vibrant and overall the sheet is in good condition. Sold framed.
"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

This charming portrait, executed in an unusual and highly attractive combination of coloured chalks, is a rarity within Huet's graphic oeuvre, which is predominantly comprised of pastoral landscapes and studies of animals.  It is drawn with a high degree of finish and signed upper right which suggests this was a work in its own right rather than preparatory for one of his larger painted compositions.  It is highly reminiscent of François Boucher's depictions of attractive young woman and it is most likely that Huët was directly inspired here by the great Rococo artist's work.