James Desvarreux-Larpenteur

Lot 285 James Desvarreux-Larpenteur (American, 1847-1937) A Shepherd and His Flock Beneath Oak Trees Signed "J. DESVARREUX." l.r. Oil on canvas, 28 5/8 x 36 3/4 in. (73.0 x 93.0 cm), framed. Condition: Good. Estimate $2,000-3,000 Small dent, about 1/4 inch, located in upper right quadrant between the branches of the oak tree, 6 inches down from the top and 12 1/2 inches in from the right side. Dent protrudes into the back of the canvas, but does not seem to break the canvas or show any significant paint loss in the front; heavy application of varnish; subtle varnish inconsistencies under UV; no additional condition issues to report.

Lot 650 Property of Various Owners James Desvarreux-Larpenteur (American 1847-1937) Shepherdess with Her Flock Signed J. Desvarreux-Larpenteur and dated 1907 l.l. Oil on canvas 20-1/4 x 28-1/2 in (51.4 x 72.4 cm) Estimate $1,500-2,500 Weschler's provides written condition reports, upon request, for any lot in our auctions. Such a condition report is provided as a courtesy to our clients and should in no instance replace first hand inspection by a prospective buyer or his/her agent. All property is sold "as is" in accordance with the terms set forth in paragraph 3 of Conditions of Sale. Neither Weschler's nor the consignor makes any express or implied warranty or representation as to the condition of any lot offered for sale, and no statement made at any time, whether oral or written, shall constitute such a warranty or representation.

James DESVARREUX-LARPENTEUR (1847-1937) Scènes champêtres Deux huiles sur toiles Signés en bas à gauche 32 x 40 cm chaque Pair of oils on canvas Signed lower left 12 1/2 x 15 7/10 in.