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François-André Vincent
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- François-André Vincent
- Caricature of a draftsman at work
- Pen and brown ink
Condition
Laid down. Overall in very good condition. A few brown stains at the lower left corner but in general the medium remains fresh.
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
Vincent was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1768 and travelled south in 1771, remaining in Rome for four years. During his time there he drew many caricatures of his fellow artists at work. The majority of these are now in the Atger Museum in Montpellier, and are inscribed with the name of the sitter. Although the present sheet is not so inscribed, the technique is comparable to that seen in the drawings in Montpellier.