Lot 136: HUGUES MERLE | Le songe d'Hébé ou Hébé après la chute

Huile sur toile

162.5 x 83.5cm ; 64 by 32 7/8 in

Huile sur toile

Painting on its original canvas. Under UV light, scattered repaints appear on the backgrounds. On the lady, a certain number of cracks appear to have been filled : nose, left arm, shoulder, belly, thighs (especially the left one) and left tibia. Small retouches on the ewer. Nice origina frame (smal losses, one of about 20cm long)
"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."

Salon des Champs-Elysées, Paris, 1880, n°2589

F.-G Dumas, Catalogue illustré du Salon, Paris, 1880, repr. p115