Lot 438: Henri René Gaume (French, b. 1834), Woman at her Toilette, Signed and dated "Henri Gaume 70." l.r., identified on an unattributed label

Name: Henri René Gaume (French, b. 1834), Woman at her Toilette, Signed and dated "Henri Gaume 70." l.r., identified on an unattributed label
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 0bc7b00b75

Est: $2,500 USD - $3,500 USD

SkinnerBoston, MA, USApril 05, 2014

Item Overview

Description

Henri René Gaume (French, b. 1834)

Woman at her Toilette
Signed and dated "Henri Gaume 70." l.r., identified on an unattributed label on the
back of the frame.
Oil on panel, 9 1/4 x 6 1/2 in. (22.3 x 16.5 cm), framed.
Condition: Restored hairline crack to panel u.c., scattered retouch, fine craquelure.

Provenance: A copy of a hand-written receipt from Art Best, Marché Dauphine, Paris, accompanies the lot.

Artist or Maker

Henri-René Gaume

Condition Report

Condition of painting is as stated. The crack extends from the center down to the middle of the panel. Scattered minor retouching particularly along that crack and around the edge where the frame abuts the painting. Frame with scattered, minor chipped losses (some reglued) and cracks. Lower right corner joint with minor separation.

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

European Furniture & Decorative Arts

Skinner

April 05, 2014, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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