Paul César Helleu
Portrait de Lucette
Authenticity guarantee
What is guaranteed?
Paul César Helleu
French
1859 - 1927
Portrait de Lucette
signed Helleu (lower left and lower right)
pastel on linen
sheet: 31⅞ by 25⅜ in.; 81 by 64.5 cm
framed: 38⅜ by 31½ in.; 97.4 by 80 cm
We are grateful to Les Amis de Paul-César Helleu for confirming the authenticity of this work, which appears in their archives as APCH PA-1988.
The surface is in good overall condition and the colors remain fresh. Likely always housed under glass.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.