Ludovic Vallee (French, 1864-1939), "La Lectrice au Jardin", 1909, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, with Sotheby's label on stretcher, 21-3/4" x 18-1/4". Framed. Provenance: Machoir & Bailly, Versailles, October 29, 1989, lot 113; Sotheby's Arcade, New York City, sale 1433, June 30, 1993, lot 53; The Estate of Gary Baxter Webb, Houston, Texas.

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- All sales are final - no refunds.
- Artwork in its original condition may be returned within 5 days of purchase against store credit only, valid for one year.
- No returns of custom framed artwork, special orders, dedicated or commissioned items.
- Framing available through gallery. Allow 4-8 weeks for custom framing.
- All rights belonging to the holder of the copyright, including the production rights, shall remain with the Artist.
- NY State sales tax will be added to all NY State orders upon purchase.

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