Lot 44: MARGUERITE GÉRARD | Un jeune dessinateur

Huile sur toile

62 x 51 cm ; 24 3/8  by 20 in

Huile sur toile

On the naked eye: The painting is in overall good condition. It has been correctly re-lined in the 1st half of the 20th century. It has also been correctly cleaned in the 2nd half of the 20th century. Under the UV light: We can notice some old varnish traces. We can notice some restorations in the background: the painting on the easel, the young boy jacket on the right and some small restorations on the left figure's face.
"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."

S. Wells-Robertson, Marguerite Gérard 1761-1837, New-York 1978, vol. II, p. 948, n°198

Société des Amis des Arts, 1821 ;
Collection Batailhe de Françes-Montval ;
Sa vente, Paris, Me Lacoste, 8 janvier 1828, lot n°10 ;
Collection Étienne Le Roy ;
Sa vente, Paris, Me Ridel, 3-4 avril 1843, lot n°76 ;
Collection Meffre Ainé ;
Sa vente, Paris, Me Ridel, 6-7 avril 1846, lot n°86 ;
Vente anonyme, Paris, Me Ducrocq, 13 mars 1854, lot n°14 ;
Vente anonyme, Paris, Millon & Associés, 8 décembre 2008, lot n°48 ;
Acquis à cette vente