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Lot 68
  • 68

Pierre Jules Mène

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Pierre Jules Mène
  • Cheval à la barrière no 2 (Djinn)
  • signed P. J. MENE
  • bronze, dark brown patina
together with a bronze Chien Braque avec Canard after Pierre-Jules Mène, on a mottled red marble base

Condition

Overall the condition of the horse is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling. There is a spot of greening to the base and some white pigment between the horse's legs. There is a fissure to the base of the tail. Overall the condition of the dog is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling. There are a few minor chips to the marble base.
"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, Pierre-Jules Mène 1810-1879. Catalogue raisonné, Paris, 2007, nos. CHE 2 and CHI 14