- 23
Antoine-Louis Barye
估價
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
Log in to view results
招標截止
描述
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- Cheval Turc No 2 (Antérieur Gauche Levé, Terrasse Carrée) (Turkish Horse)
- signed: BARYE, inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. Fondeur., stamped with the gold FB, and stamped: TT, incised: 45, and inscribed: 481 ve...l in black ink on the underside
- bronze, green and brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor nicks and scratches, including to the horse's back. A joint is slightly visible around the proper right back hoof. There is particular dust to the crevices of the terrasse.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
The prestigious Barbédienne foundry acquired the model for the Cheval Turc after Barye's death in 1875. The gold FB stamp on the present model indicates this to have been part of the first posthumous series executed by the foundry.
RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti, A. Richarme, Barye, Catalogue raisonné des sculptures, Paris, 2000, no. A 128