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Jean-Baptiste Adanson
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Jean-Baptiste Adanson
- A coot standing on the banks of the River Nile
- Watercolor and gouache over traces of pencil, within blank ink framing lines;
inscribed on the decorative border: FOULQUE, APPELLÉE EN EGYPTE POULE DE RIZ- / Peintre d'après Nature Par J. Bte. Adanson l'an 1779.
Condition
Hinged at left and right of upper edge. Small tear at center of upper edge and at left of upper edge. Minor discoloration at upper corners. Overall in very good condition, colours 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.