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Jean-Jacques Feuchère French, 1807-1852
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Jacques Feuchère
- Leda and the Swan
- bronze, dark brown patina on black marble base
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with some minor wear to the patina consistent with age. There is a slightly visible casting joint at the necko f the swan and a visible casting pin at the back of the right shoulder.
"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
Following its appearance in the Romantics to Rodin exhibition (1980), this model of Leda and the Swan has often been attributed to James Pradier. In 1981, however, Henry Hawley identified it as the work of Feuchère from a signed version in the Cleveland Museum of Art.
RELATED LITERATURE
The Romantics to Rodin, no. 184. pp. 321-322; Hawley, pp. 75-83
RELATED LITERATURE
The Romantics to Rodin, no. 184. pp. 321-322; Hawley, pp. 75-83