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April 2024: Day Two

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1021

Unsigned Watercolor And Gold on Paper, Portraits of Indian Maharaja, Ca. 1900, H 35" W 29" 2 pcs

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

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Depicting portraits of Indian princes adorned in lavish jewels and court regalia. Unsigned. Frames measure H 47" x W 37". Depicting Maharaja Sir Sardar Singh Bahadur. Circa late 19th or early 20th century. Provenance: Purchased from Sotheby's (Sale N08025); Property from the collection of Pierre Berge, Pierre Hotel New York. Property of a Grosse Pointe Park, MI private collector.

Condition

Works not examined removed from frames. When viewed under UV light, areas of inpainting are scattered throughout the compositions. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

Purchased from Sotheby's (Sale N08025); Property from the collection of Pierre Berge, Pierre Hotel New York. Property of a Grosse Pointe Park, MI private collector.