LOT DETAILS

Materials:

Oil on panel

Size Notes:

4.875 by 8.50 in.

Markings:

SignedManet.(lower right)

Condition:

This work is in very good condition. The panel is sound. Some extremely minor frame abrasion to the top and bottom edges. Under UV light: There is a single strokes of inpainting to the center of the top edge. 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.

Literature:

Letter from General Loysel to Manet, April 12, 1876;
Théodore Duret, ; Histoire d'Édouard Manet et de son oeuvre, avec un catalogue des peintures et des pastels, Paris, 1902, no. 287 (dated 1871);
Paul Jamot & Georges Wildenstein, ; Manet, ; Catalogue Critique, vol. I, Paris, 1932, no. 198; vol. II, illustrated p. 217 ;
Adolphe Tabarant, ; Manet, Histoire cartographique, Paris, 1947, no. 200;
Sandra Orienti, ; The Complete Paintings of Manet, New York, 1967, no. 170, illustrated p. 101 (with incorrect provenance);
Remus Niculescu, "Georges de Bellio, l'ami des Impressionistes," in ; Revue roumaine d'histoire de l'art, vol. I, Paris, 1970, no. 2, illustrated p. 266 ;
Denis Rouart & Sandra Orienti, ; Tout l'oeuvre peint d'Édouard Manet, Paris, 1970, no. 170, illustrated p. 101;
Denis Rouart & Daniel Wildenstein, ; Édouard Manet, Catalogue raisonné, vol. I, Paris, 1975, no. 198, mentioned p. 142; vol. II, pl. 462, illustrated p. 217 (dated 1871);
; Manet, The Execution of Maximilian, Paintings, Politics and Censorship (exhibition catalogue), National Gallery of Art, London, 1992, n.n., illustrated pp. 35 & 82

Provenance:

Hoschedé Collection, Paris (and sold: Hôtel&nbsp;Drouot, Paris,&nbsp;June 5 &amp; 6, 1878, lot 47); <br>Georges de Bellio, Paris (acquired at the above sale); <br>Donop de Monchy Collection, Paris; <br>Galerie Bernheim-Jeune, Paris; <br>Private Collection, Switzerland (acquired from the above); <br>Private Collection, Switzerland (by descent from the above and sold: Sotheby's, New York, November 5, 2008, lot 221); <br>Acquired at the above sale&nbsp;