Lot 541: Attributed to Sébastien Leclerc (French, 1637-1714), Four Framed Drawings: Combat de Leuze, Cassel, La Bataille de Saint Godard, and De

Est: $700 USD - $900 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USApril 08, 2016

Item Overview

Description

Attributed to Sébastien Leclerc (French, 1637-1714)

Four Framed Drawings: Combat de Leuze, Cassel, La Bataille de Saint Godard, and Deffaite des Turcs près de Vienne
Unsigned, titled in pencil or ink within the compositions, attributed in inscriptions on the frame backing papers.
Ink and wash on laid paper, sizes to 3 1/4 x 6 in. (8.0 x 14.7 cm), framed.
Condition: Drawings trimmed to ink borders, floated within the mats, scattered subtle stains and foxing, possible repairs or reinforcement of the paper, not examined out of frames.

N.B. Sébastien Leclerc was known as an engraver. The inscriptions on the frame backing papers suggest that the drawings of Cassel and Leuze are studies for a series of etchings entitled Les Petits Conquêtes du Roi, 1702. Each of the four drawings is matted with sketches of heraldic elements and embellishments that were likely intended for printing above or below the image.

Artist or Maker

Sébastien (1637) Leclerc

Condition Report

Four frames, measuring 20 1/4 x 13 3/4 inches each. In addition to an individual battle scene, the mats include one or, in the case of Bataille de Saint Godard,two secondary drawing/s intended for embellishments.

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 08, 2016, 10:00 AM EST

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

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