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JEAN JOSEPH BENJAMIN-CONSTANT | The Bab El Fahs Gate, Tangier
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean Joseph Benjamin-Constant
- The Bab El Fahs Gate, Tangier
- signed Benjamin Constant. lower right
- oil on canvas
- 59 by 128cm, 23 by 50½in.
Literature
Benjamin-Constant, Marvels and Mirages of Orientalism, exh. cat., New Haven & London, 2015, p. 135, fig. 164, illustrated
Condition
The canvas has been lined and is securely attached to what appears to be its original keyed wooden stretcher. The paint surface appears to be entirely stable. Inspection under ultra-violet light reveals scattered retouching, including: - extensive areas of retouching in the sky; - a full height vertical stroke across the centre of the main gate; - clusters of thin strokes around the signature and in the ground in the lower right quadrant; and - some other scattered spots. Otherwise, this work presents well and is ready to hang. Presented in a decorative gilt 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."