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Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger
- taureau vainqueur and toro romano (a prize bull and a roman bull)
- Taureau vainqueur signed: j. CLESiNGER and inscribed: I.re ETUDE TAUREAU VAINQUEUR with the BRONZE ARTISTIQUE DE PARIS pastille and inscribed: MAiSON MARNYHAC. I Rue de la Paix.
Toro Romano signed: J. CLESINGER dated: 1869 inscribed: TORO ROMANO with the BRONZE ARTISTIQUE DE PARIS pastille inscribed: MARNYAC Fondeur and stamped: 1. RUE DE LA PAIX - bronze, dark brown patina on black onyx bases
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronzes is very good with some minor wear to the patinas consistent with age. There are some chips to the stone bases, particularly to the corners.
"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."