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French, 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Bust of the Venus de Milo
- white marble, on a white marble socle
- French, 19th century
Provenance
private European collection
Condition
Overall the condition of the bust is good, with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some veining to the marble consistent with the material, notably an open vein to the proper left shoulder, and another slightly open vein to the truncation at the back. There are several dirt marks, in particular to the top of the head, and pencil marks to the proper right cheek. The truncation of the proper left arm has a deliberately rough polish. There is a circular marble insert to the socle at the back. There are several chips and abrasions to the edges, in particular to the bottom edge of the socle. There appears to be some weathering to the surface, notably to the hair.
"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."