Lot 23
  • 23

Antoine-Louis Barye

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Antoine-Louis Barye
  • Cheval Turc No 4 (antérieur gauche levé, terrasse carrée) (Cheval Turc No 4 left foreleg raised)
  • signed: BARYE inscribed: F.BARBEDIENNE.Fondeur, with the gold FB stamp and inscribed indistinctly 4954 on?? in black ink and incised NN and 43 on the underside
  • bronze, rich green and brown patina

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is excellent. There is some minor wear consistent with age. Some of the joints at the hoofs are visible
"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

RELATED LITERATURE
Poletti & Richarme, nos. A127 & A128, pp. 263-265; Untamed, pp. 2-15, 158-159 cat. 57