Lot 248
  • 248

Follower of Jean-Baptiste Pillement

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Pillement
  • An extensive river landscape with a waterfall and a peasant couple with a dog in the foreground;An extensive river landscape with waterfalls and peasants with their herd in the foreground
  • the former bears signature lower left: Jean Pillement
    the latter bears signature lower left:  J... Pillement
  • a pair, both oil on copper

Condition

Both coppers are flat, stable and uncradled. Both paint surfaces are in good condition. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals retouchings in the sky of both paintings and retouchings in the dark areas of the latter painting. Both are offered in gilt wood frames with some knocks and losses.
"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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