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Pierre Jules Mêne
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Pierre Jules Mêne
- Jument normande et son poulain (a mare and foal)
- signed: P.J.MÈNE.
- bronze, dark brown patina, on a veined grey marble base
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with some dirt and minor wear to the surface consistent with age, including some greening to the bases of the legs. There is some minor scratching to the base at the front and the inside of the proper right hind leg of the horse.
The condition of the modern marble base is excellent.
"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, Pierre-Jules Mêne. Catalogue raisonné, Paris, 2007, p. 86, no. CHE30
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Pierre-Jules Mêne. Catalogue raisonné, Paris, 2007, p. 86, no. CHE30