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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 USD
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Grande muse de Whistler
- Bronze, brown patina
- Height: 88 in.
- 223.5 cm
Provenance
Musée Rodin, Paris
Private Collection, Hong Kong (acquired from the above through Galerie Montespan, Paris, in 1988)
Private Collection (acquired in June, 1988)
Private Collection, Hong Kong (acquired from the above through Galerie Montespan, Paris, in 1988)
Private Collection (acquired in June, 1988)
Condition
Very good condition, the work has been recently cleaned and waxed. Very minor areas of rubbing and a few scratches scattered on the surface, consistent with a work of this size. Some scattered patches of loss to the patina, including on the inside of the rock she leans against, and on the side of her head.
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.
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.