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After François Riss
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- François Riss
- The Duchesse de Berry imprisoned in the citadel of Blaye
- inscribed Peint par Ris / dans la Citadelle de Blaye le 7 Juin 1833 lower left
oil on canvas
- 93.5 by 73.5cm., 36¾ by 29in.
Literature
Hildegard Kremers, Marie Caroline Herzogin von Berry, Böhlau Verlag, 2002, p. 215, mentioned, p. 209, a print after the portrait illustrated
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There are some scattered spots of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, and retouching along an 18cm repaired tear running diagonally through her forehead. Held in a simple gold-painted carved wood and plaster frame.
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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."