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Paul-Louis-Léger Chardin
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Paul-Louis-Léger Chardin
- Caricature of Giuseppe Verdi
- Black chalk and pencil with gray wash, touches of blue and yellow wash, heightened with white; inscribed in pencil, lower right: T.G. Verdi / rencontré a Milan 1858 and inscribed on the score that he holds behind his back: iL TROVATORE
Condition
Light foxing, more concentrated at the lower right section of the sheet. Otherwise in good condition. Medium remains 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Both sophisticated and witty, Chardin portrays the celebrated Italian composer with great energy and verve. Verdi is depicted with the score of Il Trovatore behind his back, a reference to one of his greatest stage successes. The opera premiered on 19th January 1853 at the Teatro Apollo in Rome.