Lot 143
  • 143

Charles Chaplin

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Charles Chaplin
  • Fillettes jouant au loto
  • Signé en bas à gauche Ch. Chaplin
  • Huile sur toile
  • 65,2 x 54,5 cm ; 25 1/2 by 21 1/2 in

Provenance

Acquis à Béziers le 7 avril 1990 par l'oncle du propriétaire actuel

Condition

The photography of the printed catalogue is slightly too light Under naked eye the painting appears in very good condition. It is dirty and needs cleaning No repaint visible under UV light In a wooden and stucco, 19th century 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Charles Chaplin exposa La partie de loto (120 x 96 cm) au Salon de 1865 (conservé au musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen). Ce tableau connut un grand succès auprès de la critique et du public, et Chaplin en exécuta quelques répliques dont le tableau présenté ici.