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Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin
Estimate
5,000 - 7,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin
- Portrait d'homme, vers 1795
- Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire, monté sur le couvercle d'une boîte en écaille de tortue
- Miniature: 52 x 46 mm / Boite: diamètre 76 mm ; hauteur 29 mm
Condition
The miniature is well preserved, however, some of the delicate pigments in the sitter's face have perhaps faded a little.
The gilt-metal on the box has become detached, this can be easily repaired. The lid of the tortoise shell box is a little damaged, however this is only visible on close inspection.
"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."
"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
Jean Baptiste Jacques Augustin, Portrait of a Gentleman, c.1795 ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, inset into the lid of a tortoiseshell box