Lot 56
  • 56

Eugène Girardet

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Eugène Girardet
  • A Desert Caravan
  • signed and dedicated A son ami le Duc Castihles, hommage reconnaissant / Eugène Girardet lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 32.5 by 71cm., 13 by 10½in.

Provenance

Duc de Castihles (a gift from the artist)
Sale: Christie's, London, 3 December 2003, lot 87
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas has not been lined. There is some minor flaking in the far lower right corner, mostly covered by the frame. There are some spots of old discoloured varnish in the sky in the upper right corner which are visible to the naked eye. Ultra-violet light reveals some minor spots of cosmetic retouching along the extreme upper framing edge and one c-shaped stroke in the lower right corner. Otherwise, this work is in good condition and ready to hang. Presented in gilt 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."