LOT DETAILS

Materials:

peinture l'essence and black chalk on cardboard

Size Notes:

43,2 x 67 cm; 17 x 26? in.

Edition:

Executed circa 1900.

Description:

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Markings:

Property from the Fondations Polignac

Condition:

Peinture l'essence and black chalk on cardboard. The board is stable. Examination under UV light reveals no evidence of retouching. There is an area of discolouration, possibly humidity mark, to the upper right corner. There is a diagonal scratch (approx. 10cm long) associated with small areas of paint losses to the left part of lower edge (as visible in the catalogue illustration). There is frame rubbing associated with small dots of paint losses along the extreme edges. Surface is a bit dirty. This work is in overall good condition. "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."

Exhibited:

Maisons-Laffitte, Chteau de Maisons-Laffitte, Les courses en France des origines  nos jours, 1926, no. 366, mentioned in the catalogue no. 61 p. 18 (titled Champ de courses  Jersey) __________________________________________________________________________ Maisons-Laffitte, Chteau de Maisons-Laffitte, Les courses en France des origines  nos jours, 1926, no. 366, mentionn dans le catalogue no. 61 p. 18 (sous le titre Champ de courses  Jersey)

Provenance:

Jeanne Lanvin, Paris Marie-Blanche Lanvin, Comtesse Jean de Polignac, Paris Thence by descent to the present owner __________________________________________________________________________ Jeanne Lanvin, Paris Marie-Blanche Lanvin, Comtesse Jean de Polignac, Paris Puis par descendance au propritaire actuel