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Fernand Cormon
Estimate
500 - 700 USD
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Description
- Fernand Cormon
- Two Studies of Monkey Heads
- Stamped with the initials FC (lower right)
- Pencil on paper
- 5 1/4 by 3 1/8 in.
- 13.3 by 7.9 cm
Together with C. Wirgman, Studies of Horses, watercolor over pencil on paper and pencil on paper, the first signed and dated July / 55, Larger: 4 ¼ x 5 ⅜ inches
Provenance
Gifted by Charles Ryskamp, Christmas 1985
Condition
Cormon: The work was not examined out of the frame. There is surface dirt and minor discoloration in the neck of the lower head. In overall good condition and ready to hang.
Wirgman: the first signed C. Wirgman and dated Paris July / 55 (lower right). Smaller: 3 1/2 by 4 5/8 in.; 8.9 by 11.7 cm. Larger: 4 1/4 by 5 3/8 in.; 10.8 by 13.7 cm.
The work was not examined out of the frame. The sheet has been mounted to card and the edges are visible. There is surface dirt and dust as well as minor handling creases. In overall good condition and ready to hang
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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.
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.