Lot 146
  • 146

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
  • study of a reclining female nude
  • Black chalk heightened with white chalk;
    oval

Provenance

Carpeaux studio stamp (L.500);
Neil Fiertag, Paris;
private collection, New York

Condition

Sold in attractive carved and gilded wooden frame. A small crease in the paper in the upper left, and some very small, isolated spot stains, upper centre. Otherwise condition is excellent, the chalk fresh and strong.
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.