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Alfred Gilbert
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Alfred Gilbert
- An Offering to Hymen
- bronze, dark brown patina, on a wood base
Provenance
Christie's London, 11 June 2004, lot 75
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some minor rubbing to the patina on the abdomen and legs. There is some dryness to the patina in particular to the upper back and to the arms. There is an oval goldish mark to the proper right side of the back. There is minor stable splitting to the base consistent to the material and a few minor scratches.
"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
R. Dorment (ed.), Alfred Gilbert. Sculptor and Goldsmith, exh. cat. Royal Academy of Arts, London, 1986, pp. 112-114, nos. 18-19
R. Dorment (ed.), Alfred Gilbert. Sculptor and Goldsmith, exh. cat. Royal Academy of Arts, London, 1986, pp. 112-114, nos. 18-19