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Ludovic Lepic
Estimate
7,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Ludovic Lepic
- A Fisherman's grotto
- Watercolour and gouache;
signed and dated in pen and brown ink, lower left: Lepic Naples 1871
Condition
Hinged to the mount at upper margin. Overall in fairly good condition. Some areas of abrasion where medium has been rubbed. Colours remain strong and vibrant.
"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
This vivid and colourful composition depicts the nets, ropes and baskets inside a fisherman's grotto. The maritime theme was to run through many of Lepic's compositions and it was a much loved subject for the artist. However, the present sheet is a rare example of one of his interior scenes. In 1883 Lepic was appointed an official maritime painter by the state, following his growing popularity after receiving a medal at the 1877 Salon for his painting, The Smashed Boat. Whilst a talented and versatile artist in his own right he is perhaps best remembered today as a friend of Edgar Degas, who included him in eleven paintings and pastels.