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Jean-Alexandre-Joseph Falguière
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Alexandre-Joseph Falguière
- After Jean-Léon Gérôme (1824-1904) and Jules-Joseph Lefebvre (1836-1911)phryne and la cigale
both signed: FALGUIÈRE and inscribed: GOUPIL & Cie Editeurs
Phryne stamped: 256
La Cigale stamped: 60Phryne: bronze, mid-brown patina
La Cigale: bronze, dark green-brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronzes is good with some wear to the patinas consistent with age. The is greater wear to the figure of Phryne, with areas of loss particularly to the right breast and stomach.
"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."