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Follower of François Boucher
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- François Boucher
- Study of Two Putti
- charcoal heightened with white chalk on gray paper
- 8 1/2 by 6 1/4 in.; 21.5 by 16 cm.
Provenance
Anonymous sale, New York, Sotheby's, 28 January 1998, lot 52 (as Attributed to François Boucher);
Anonymous sale, New York, Swann Galleries, 3 February 2000, lot 150.
Anonymous sale, New York, Swann Galleries, 3 February 2000, lot 150.
Condition
Charcoal heightened with white chalk on gray paper. The sheet is hinged in two places along the top edge. Previous mounts at the corners and centers of the left and right edges have left weaknesses in the paper and all corners appear to have been conserved. Very minor vertical tears scattered along the top edge. Surface dirt. Handling creases.
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.