Private Collection, France

Both of these pictures have old French linings. The paint layers are stable. The cracking is slightly raised, but not distractingly so. Under ultraviolet light, the composition of the panoramic view of the mountains shows only retouches along the extreme edges, a couple of spots in the upper sky and one spot in the mountains in the middle distance on the right. The other composition shows restorations in the sky directly above the edge of the hilltop in the center, a few spots of retouching in the sunlit edges of the escarpment in the center and on the right, and a few other small dots elsewhere. They should be hung in their current state. (This condition report has been provided courtesy of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc.)
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.

The work illustrated here is Vue d'une plaine entourée de volcans. For images of Vue d'une piste longeant des collines, please visit www.laitexier.com.