GEORGES D'ESPAGNAT | Le Repos

Canvas has been lined. Surface is very richly textured and the impasto is well preserved. There are a few minor lines of stable craquelure visible in areas of thickest pigments, most notable in white clouds in sky and in the lower bodies of both figures. Under UV, several areas of conservative inpainting are visible throughout, most notable along top edge to address frame abrasions as well as a handful of broader strokes in the background hill beyond the river; each approximately 1 inch in diameter. Broadest areas of inpainting are visible in the right figures' left buttock, as well as in that figure's left wrist and in reclining figures right elbow. There are scattered pindot strokes of inpainting also visible throughout each figure. Overall the work is in good condition.
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.