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Ernest Joseph Laurent
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ernest Joseph Laurent
- Portrait de Georges Seurat
- Oil on canvas
- 14 7/8 by 18 1/2 in.
- 37.8 by 47 cm
Provenance
Private Collection
Literature
Wildenstein & Co., Maximilien Luce (1858-1941): The Evolution of a Post-Impressionist (exhibition catalogue), New York, 1997, illustrated fig. 2
Condition
Canvas is lined and its edges have been reinforced with tape. Colors are fresh and strong. Under UV light: There is a nailhead-sized spot of inpainting in the upper left quadrant, to the left of the figure's head. There are two nailhead-sized spots of inpainting in the upper right quadrant, and a few scattered pindot strokes throughout. Overall the work is in very good condition.
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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.