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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- Été (Summer)
- signed: A. CARRiER BELLEUSE, and with a title plaque inscribed: ÉTÉ / par Carrier Belleuse (Sculptr)
- bronze, dark green patina, on a bronze base
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, including dust in the crevices. There is some rubbing to the patina at the high points, notably to the hair, drapery, and ears of corn. There are several small nicks and scratches, including to the woman's proper right arm, below her proper left breast, to her abdomen, and to the putto's face and abdomen.
"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."