Lot 196
  • 196

Aristide Maillol

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • Aristide Maillol
  • Jeune fille accroupie, vĂȘtue
  • Inscribed with the artist's monogram
  • Terracotta
  • Height: 7 in.
  • 17.7 cm

Provenance

Private Collection, France (acquired in the 1980s)

Literature

John Rewald, Maillol, New York, 1939, illustration of another example p. 101
Denys Chevalier, Maillol, New York, 1970, illustration of a bronze cast p. 6
Aristide Maillol: 1861-1944 (exhibition catalogue), Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, 1975, illustration of a bronze cast p. 68
Ursel Berger & Jörg Zutter, Aristide Maillol, Munich & New York, 1996, illustration of another example p. 91

Condition

The work is in excellent condition. The terracotta is sound and the surface is a nicely textured pinkish orange. There is very minor wear to the surface consistent with age as well as a very small loss to the back right of the base, otherwise good.
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.
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