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Charles Despiau
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Charles Despiau
- Young Peasant Girl
- Inscribed C. Despiau
- Pewter
- Height: 11 3/4 inches
- 29.8 cm.
Provenance
Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Stone, New York
The Museum of Modern Art, New York (Gift of Mrs. Maurice Stone, in memory of her husband, 1963)
The Museum of Modern Art, New York (Gift of Mrs. Maurice Stone, in memory of her husband, 1963)
Condition
The work is in generally good condition. There are a few minor scattered scratches noticeable in the forehead, the back of the hair, and along the bottom of the neck. The nose has been rubbed to a bright shine. The marble base has a few small losses along the edges and a few small scratches to the surface and some slight wax buildup on the right side. On a black marble base 8 1/4” h by 6 3/4” w by 6 5/8” 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.
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.