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Lot 153
  • 153

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
  • Flore accroupie (Le Printemps)
  • signed and dated: JBt. Carpeaux.1874. with the: ATELIER-DEPOT A AUTEUIL 71 RUE BOILEAU PARIS and PROPRIETE CARPEAUX stamps and numbered: 1208
  • terracotta

Condition

The condition of the terracotta is very good with minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are a few slight chips and abrasions to the flowers. There is a hole in the base by the signature and a few chips to the edges of the base. There may also be a few very small restorations to the flowers.
"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."

Catalogue Note

RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux sculpteur. Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre édité, Paris, 2003, p. 87, no. SE 10