Louis Eugène Lambert

September 24-25, 2011 Lot 1049 Louis Eug�ne Lambert (French, 1825-1900) Rabbits in a Barn, signed lower right "E.L.", possibly signed later, oil on canvas, 5-1/4 x 6-5/8 in.; original French gilt wood frame with "DeForge Montmartres" stamp, original stretcher and tacking edge, crackle, abrasions, light grime; frame with abrasions Formerly the Estate of Eug�ne and Lily Lambert; Charles Pert, France; Collection of Dennis and Maggie Biondi Estimate: $400 - $800 Lot Notes: This painting was sold by Eug�ne Lambert's widow, Lily, to Charles Pert, along with the Lambert estate and villa. Charles Pert later gifted the painting to Dennis and Maggie Biondi.

Louis Eugène Lambert (French,1825-1900) Astonishment Signed "L. Eug Lambert" l.l., titled on frame, artist's nameinscribed on a label affixed to the stretcher. Oil on canvas, 12 3/4 x 9 3/4 in. (32.4 x 24.8 cm), framed (underglass). Condition: Minor scattered retouch, surface grime, not examined outof frame. Estimate $3,000-5,000

LOUIS-EUGÈNE LAMBERT (1825-1900) - PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF GLORIA GURNEY FRISETTE
Mis: 101.5 by 82.5 cm..
signed L. Eug. Lambert (lower right), titled (upper left)oil on canvas

CONDITION NOTE
The work is in good condition the canvas is not lined, there is some very fine craquelure throughout but extremely minor. UNDER UV: There are a few small areas of inpainting in the backround, as well as an area on the lower back and tail of Frisette. There seems to be an opaque varnish that makes full extent of inpainting unknown, but good condition overall.We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. 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 DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Louis Eugène Lambert (French1825-1900) Kittens at Play Signed L. Eug. Lambert l.r. Oil on canvas 15-1/4 x 18-1/4 in (38.7 x 46.4 cm) Estimate $3,000-5,000 A slight buckle to the canvas visible in the u.r. and u.l.corners. Horizontal abrasion with some pigment loss along the topperimeter likely from rubbing with the frame. A light milky-greenvarnish is visible under UV examination with a few scattered pointsof very minor restoration.