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Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger
- Femme piquée par un serpent (woman bitten by a snake)
- signed: AJ. Clesinger, inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR., numbered: 28, and inscribed: 35753 oli in black ink on the underside
- bronze, dark brown patina
Provenance
Galerie Univers du Bronze, Paris;
private collection, Belgium
private collection, Belgium
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small abrasions, including to the woman's abdomen and to her proper right knee. There is minor dark spotting to the surface, such as at the chest.
"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."