- 309
Constantin Cristesco Romanian, active 1900-1930
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Constantin Cristesco
- Cheval sautant l'obstacle (a horse jumping a fence)
- signed: Kristesco and with the COLIN / PARIS foundry stamp, with a plaque inscribed: RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE / MINISTÈRE DE L'AGRICULTURE / CONCOURS CENTRAL HIPPIQUE. PARIS 1932 / PRIX D'HONNEUR / L'IMBATTABLE DE CRISTESCO / "DEMI-SANG VENDÉEN ET CHARENTAIS"
bronze and plaster, on wood base
Condition
Overall the sculpture appears to be in excellent condition with minor wear to the surface consistent with age, including a minor surface scratch to the horse's haunch.
"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
See note for lot 310.