Lot 488
  • 488

Achille Laugé

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Achille Laugé
  • AU BORD DU LAC
  • signed A. Laugé (lower right)
  • oil on board
  • 49.8 by 100cm., 19 1/2 by 39 3/8 in.

Provenance

Kaplan Gallery, London
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa 1970; sale: Christie's, London, 26th June 2001, lot 148)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The board is stable. There are several thin lines of retouching at intervals to the sky, some small spots of retouching at intervals to the top edge and thin lines and spots of retouching at intervals to the lake. All retouchings are visible under UV light. Apart from intermitent thin lines of craquelure throughout, this work is in good condition. Colours: Overall fairly accurate, allthough deeper and richer than the original.
"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.
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