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MARIE-FRANÇOIS FIRMIN-GIRARD | Beach walkers at sunset
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Beach walkers at sunset
- Signed lower left: FIRMIN-GIRARD
- Oil on panel
- 26,8 x 37,8 cm ; 10 1/2 by 14 7/8 in.
Provenance
Family of the artist;
Collection of the descents, Enghien, 12 October 1986, lot 17.
Collection of the descents, Enghien, 12 October 1986, lot 17.
Condition
To the naked eye : The general condition is satisfying. The medium is in good condition and does not present any warps. The paint layer is in relatively good condition. The painted surface presents a network of thin vertical stripes. The painting does not present any loss, restoration or apparent liftings. Under the UV light : The examination with a UV lamp does not reveal any alteration but shows a noticeable fluorescence concerning the sun and its reflect in the water. The painting is embellished with a modern gilt wooden frame.
"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
The children in the foreground are the grandchildren of the painter playing on the beach at Ault-Onival (Somme). The artist had his villa built overhanging the cliff at Onival in the late 1870's. He painted during the 1880's and 1890's several views of the region and seaside scenes often exhibited at the Salon de la Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, notably the sunsets he could see from his studio. We are grateful to Patrick Faucheur who has kindly shared his knowledge on the work. The painting will be included in the catalogue raisonné currently in preparation.