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Rosa Bonheur
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Rosa Bonheur
- A Pair of Lions, Sheep and Studies of a Lioness (three works)
- each: signed
- watercolor and charcoal heightened with white
- the largest: 9 1/2 by 18 1/2 in. (24.1 by 47 cm)
- the smallest: 8 1/2 by 14 in. (21.6 by 35.5 cm)
Provenance
the first: Durand Ruel, Paris
Christie's, New York
Christie's, New York
Condition
The Sheep measures 11 by 15 inches.
The pair of lions: the sheet is yellowed. The sheet is hinged to the mat at the top corners. There is a repaired tear at the upper left hand corner. A few small rips at the edges, uneven edges mat burn.
Studies of a Lioness: The paper is yellowed, some mat burn. the brown paper is mounted to a paper backing. The sheet is hinged at the top corners form behind.
The Sheep: The sheet is in good condition, it is yellowed. The are a number of small rears ate the edges of the work, a few small creases at the edge. The work is mounted with hinges at the two upper corners form behind. This work exhibits heavy retouches.
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.