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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
- Le Printemps (spring)
- signed: J Bt. Carpeaux stamped: ATELIER & DEPOT A RUE BOILEAU AUTEUR PARIS and PROPRIETE CARPEAUX and numbered: 972 with two old labels, one inscribed: 527
- terracotta
Condition
Overall the condition of the bust is very good. There are some minor re-attached sections in the leaves in the hair and a missing section of a leaf. There are some chips around the base and some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age and handling.
"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
M. Poletti & A. Richarme, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, Paris, 2003, cat. BU 40, p. 143