Gustave Doré Poor Children of London

Gustave Doré
French
1832 - 1883
Poor Children of London

Doré estate stamp (lower right)
black chalk and watercolor on paper
image: 48¾ by 23¾ in.; 123.8 by 60.3 cm (sight)
framed: 59¾ by 34¾ in.; 23.5 by 13.6 cm

Condition Report:
Not examined out of the frame. Overall excellent condition. The support and applied media remain fresh.

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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Provenance:
Doré estate sale, Hôtel Drouot, Paris, April 10-15, 1885
Private Collection, Neuilly-sur-Seine