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French School, 18th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- French School, 18th Century
- Man in a turban
- Black, red and white chalks on faded blue paper;
bears inscription in brown ink lower right: vanloo
Condition
Laid down on japan paper. Paper has faded, original blue visible around the margins. Small fox marks scattered throughout the sheet, more concentrated in the upper section of the sheet. A few small holes, one upper right and one at the left margin, in line with his nose. Tip of the upper left corner is missing. Some nicks at the upper margins. Thining of the paper in some places where the japan support is visible. Sold in a simple wooden frame.
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.