Satyre de la Révolution (américaine ?)

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Français

Le tableau a fait l'objet d'un rentoilage qui a pu applatir la matière par endroits.

A l'oeil nu, on constate une bande horizontale de retouches le longue du bords supérieure, probablement causée par le châssis. On constate des craquelures ouvertes dans la partie inférieure, probablement dues à la préparation. On constate une restauration associée à une déchirure sur le personnage féminin à gauche.

A l'UV, le tableau apparaît sous un vernis vert épais. On constate quelques restaurations récentes et on devine d'autres campagnes de restauration plus anciennes dissimulées sous le vernis.

Dans un cadre en bois mouluré doré (approx. 44 x 56 cm.).

English

The canvas has been subject to relining; it Is held under tension and remains stable. The relining process has slightly flattened the painting surface in certain areas.

In natural light a band of retouching can be seen along the upper edge of the composition, likely connected with previous damage from the stretcher. There is a network of craquelure, more pronounced in the lower section of the composition, likely due to the choice of ground. There is a restored tear visible to the female figure on the left.

Examination under UV light reveals some recent minor scattered retouching, and an historic campaign of restoration can also be discerned. The thickness of the varnish prevents a more in depth examination. The paint remains stable.

In a carved giltwood frame (approx. 44 x 56 cm.).