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Henri Martin
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Martin
- Portrait d'Isabelle Viviani
- signed Henri Martin (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 105 by 104.8cm., 41 1/4 by 41 1/4 in.
Provenance
Isabelle Viviani, France (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collection, France (by descent from the above)
Private Collection, France
Private Collection, France (by descent from the above)
Private Collection, France
Condition
The canvas is lined, and a board has been possibly placed between the two layers of canvas. There is a layer of milky varnish preventing the UV light from fully penetrating, however UV examination reveals a few fine lines of retouching to the center of the right edge. The work is in overall good condition.
"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.
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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. 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
Madame Isabelle Viviani, married to René Viviani, president of the Council of Ministers during the first World War, was a vigorously active supporter and founder of charitable communities in aid of affected Frenchmen during conflict. Born into a family of politicians and intellectuals, she further founded the Hôtel Biron in Paris, now housing the Musée Rodin, where children and the wives of soldiers at war could start an apprenticeship.