Lot 345
  • 345

Jean Louis Forain

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jean Louis Forain
  • Portrait de Madame N
  • signed F (lower right)
  • oil on board
  • 29.2 by 22.9cm., 11 1/2 by 9in.

Provenance

George de Menasce Esq.
Mrs Nina Niederhauser
Mrs Dorris Perry
Madame Sofia Imber de Rangel, Caracas
Mr de Gelèa
Sale: Christies, London, 14th April 1972, lot 141
Private Collection, Europe (sale: Sotheby's, New York, 8th November 2007, lot 172)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Reichenbach, Forain, 1964, no. 3

Condition

The composite board is stable. There is some light surface dirt in places and there is some minor frame rubbing to the corners and to parts of the extreme edges. This work is in overall very 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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