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Eugène Marioton
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Eugène Marioton
- A rare bust of Emperor Napoléon I
- signed Eug Marioton to the back, and with a removable enameled Empire Légion d'Honneur style medal.
- gilt-bronze, enamel
- height 24 1/2 in.
- 62 cm
Condition
Overall in good condition; loss to enamel of the pseudo legion d'honneur medal, mostly to blue and white enamels; the bronze with traces of cleaning residue in crevices and in pitting of the casting; traces of circular scratches and horizontal scratches possibly as a result of cleaning; traces of old adhesive from stickers and some dirt.
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.
Catalogue Note
Eugène Marioton was a pupil of Augustin Alexandre Dumont. He had a long and successful career as a sculptor and medal engraver, and it is interesting to note that he has applied a late Empire Légion d'Honneur medal to the bust of Napoleon, who founded the order in 1802. It remains the highest order of chivalry in France and is divided into a number of degrees such as Chevalier, Offiicier, Commandeur, Grand Officier and Grand'Croix. Napoleon wore this medal at all times, embodying his vision of the French Empire.