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Paul Dubois
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Dubois
- LE CHANTEUR FLORENTIN
- signed P. Dubois F. t
- bronze, brown and reddish patina
- height 36 1/4 in.
- 92 cm
Condition
Overall in good original condition, with the usual wear to the patina in places especially high reliefs consistent with handling and touching. Light scratches and dents consistent with age. Surface dirt to crevices. This model would have had 4 strings, now 3 are lacking. 6 keys for turning now lacking.
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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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The plaster model of Le Chanteur Florentin was exhibited at the Salon in 1865 and won the Médaille d'Honneur for Dubois. Its acclaim can be gauged by the fact that it was sent to the Exposition Universelle in Paris in both 1867 and 1889. A marble version is recorded but its whereabouts are unknown, while a unique silvered-bronze version, 155 cm high, is in the Musée d'Orsay.