Jean Baptiste Martin des Batailles

With Jean-Louis Marie de Marliave, Antiquaire Les Authieux, St André de L’Eure;
Acquired from the above by the parents of the present owners.

The canvas has been relined and is requires no attention. Overall the paint surface is in good condition and details of the foreground figures remain sharp. There is a large area upper right where the paint is beginning to lift slightly from the canvas. There is thinning in the paint of the the trees upper left. There are a number of old small damages to the canvas measuring approximately 1.5 by 1.5 cm. which have been repaired. These are found in the bush found centre above the Louis VIX, and in an area to the left by the figures dressed in red standing beneath the trees. Inspection under ultraviolet light shows retouching to the sky and horizon line, to the trees far left, to the aforementioned damages and scattered around the figure groups lower right. Offered in a simple wooden frame painted black and gold, in stable 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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