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Charles Despiau
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Charles Despiau
- Berthe (Mlle. Simon)
- Inscribed C. Despiau and numbered 3/8; with foundry mark C. VALSUANI CIRE PERDUE
- Bronze
- Height: 14 3/8 in.
- 36.5 cm.
Provenance
The artist (Fonderie Valsuani, Paris)
Otto Gerson Gallery, New York
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rodgers, until 1961
The Museum of Modern Art, New York (Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rodgers, 1961)
Condition
The work is in generally good condition. The patina is in good condition aside from some scattered wear, most notably at the eyebrows, nose, bottom of the hairline and right ear. There are a few small nicks to the base along the sharp edges as well as a few scratches to the surface. There is a red accretion on the back of the work at the base of the neck. On a black marble base 6” h by 7 7/8” w by 6“ d.
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.
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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.