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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse French, 1824-1887
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- Printemps (An allegorical bust of Spring)
- signed: A. CARRiER.BELLEUSE
- terracotta, on an ebonised wood socle
Condition
Overall the condition of the terracotta is very good. There are very minor chips to the terracotta with surface dirt and wear.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Carrier-Belleuse offered his terracotta bust of Spring at his sales of 1883 and 1887 along with allegorical busts of the other seasons (see lots 37 and 40).
RELATED LITERATURE
Lami, vol. 1, p. 284
RELATED LITERATURE
Lami, vol. 1, p. 284