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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Balzac, étude type C (buste) 3ème version, grand modèle
- inscribed A. Rodin and stamped with the foundry mark Alexis Rudier
- bronze
- height (not including base): 26.2cm., 10 1/8 in.
Provenance
Galerie Haussmann, Paris (M. Gustave Danthon)
Collection François Lang, Paris (acquired between 1932 and 1938)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Collection François Lang, Paris (acquired between 1932 and 1938)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Dark brown black patina. Wear to the patina in places, most obviously to the back of the head, the lips and the front of the neck. There is a patch of wax to the marble socle. There are some pin sized spots of white accretion and dust in the crevices. Overall this work is in good condition.
"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."