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Joseph François Parrocel
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Joseph François Parrocel
- a sheet of studies: a young shepherd seated, asleep, holding a stick, separate studies of his arm, various hands and an ear, and another figure of a standing boy playing the flute
- Black chalk heightened with white chalk on beige paper
Condition
An old fold at the top margin and corner to the right. Some creases of the paper along the margins, particularly to the right. The tip of the left bottom corner missing and repaired and a small piece of paper missing nearby. Some surface dirt and two small stains: light brown one to the right near the feet of the figure playing the flute, the other to the left margin in the middle. Chalk fresh, overall good condition. Sold mounted and in a modern frame.
"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."
"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."