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Jean-François Millet
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-François MIllet
- La Grande Bergère (Delteil, Melot 18)
- first 323 by 240 mm 12 3/4 by 9 1/2 in
Together with La Couseuse (D., M. 9); La Baratteuse (D., M. 10); Le Paysan rentrant du fumier (D., M. 13); and Les Becheurs (D., M. 13), six etchings, 1855-1862,
Condition
The second with a few pale fox marks, the third with faint light-stain, the fourth with a crease in the right edge, the fifth with a long, diagonal crease through the upper part of the subject, faint light-stain, and minor soiling in the margins; the Whistler in good condition apart from slight soiling. (six prints)
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The first and fourth on japon pélure, the others on various papers, with large or full margins. The lot also includes James McNeill Whistler The Rag Gatherers' (K. 23), etching, 1858, final state, on laid paper, with large margins.