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Jean-Baptiste Pater
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- Jean-Baptiste Pater
- Etude d'un soldat endormi
- Sanguine
- 164 x 204 mm ; 6¼ x 8 in
Provenance
Jean Masson (L.1494a)
Condition
Hinged along the upper edge to a mount, the sheet is otherwise totally free. There is an old repaired pin prick hole to the upper left centre and a small tear next to this. There are three small holes to the centre right edge and two small brown stains to the left of the sheet. There are two old diagonal crease marks to the upper left quarter. Otherwise in good condition with the medium strong. Sold in a carved giltwood frame.
"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
Cette délicate étude à la sanguine est à mettre directement en rapport avec la peinture de Pater Tentes de Vivandiers du Quartier Général1, dans laquelle on pourra retrouver notre soldat au premier plan à droite.
1. F. Ingersoll-Smouse, Pater, Paris 1928, p. 69, n° 402, reproduit fig. 110