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Antoine-Louis Barye
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- AIGLE AILS ÉTENDUES, BEC OUVERT (AN EAGLE WITH WINGS EXTENDED)
- signed: AL. BARYE, inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. Fondeur, with the gold FB, and stamped: X, numbered: 43 and inscribed: 4919 gse 2 in black ink on the underside
- bronze, with a rich dark green patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age with some slight rubbing to the high points. There are a few minor losses to the lacquer at the wings. There are a few minor spats of pigment to the surface.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des Sculptures, Paris, p. 332, no. A188
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des Sculptures, Paris, p. 332, no. A188