Merry-Joseph Blondel

White traces of stabilising preparation in order to fill material losses and to stabilise the surface, especially in the lower left, in the lower right, and in the upper right. A few wears are visible in the backgrounds, as well as cracks scattered on the surface. Under UV light, scattered repaints appear in the backgrounds and especially on the right shoulder. No visible repaint appear on the face nor the hair.
"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."

Merry-Joseph Blondel réalisa avec le soutien de l'Etat La Force a reconquis ses nobles couleurs aux trois mémorables journées de juillet 1830, ou les Trois Glorieuses pour l'Exposition au profit des blessés des 27, 28, 29 juillet 1830 à la galerie du Luxembourg, Paris. Le tableau est aujourd'hui conservé au MUDO-Musée de l'Oise. Notre œuvre, assez différente du tableau achevé, est en revanche proche d'autres études préparatoires connues du tableau, l'une vendue à New York le 4 février 2004, et l'autre vendue le 13 juin 2007 à Paris.