Auguste Louis Mathurin Moreau

Overall the condition of the marble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some very slight white veining to the marble consistent with the material, including to the proper left thigh. There is also a small speck of white residue to the proper left thigh. There appears to be a very small restored chip to the drapery on the proper right side.
"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.
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Auguste-Louis Mathurin Moreau belonged to the Moreau dynasty who were among the 19th century’s most prolific French sculptors. Spanning three generations, the brothers Mathurin, Hippolyte, and Auguste gained most fame. All exhibiting regularly at the Paris Salon, they were renowned for their elegant and graceful genre scenes and allegories. Auguste Moreau, as the youngest son, trained for a while in his father’s workshop in Dijon. He debuted at the Salon of 1861, and continued showing his work there until 1913. He was especially talented in depicting children and young women, which radiate a sense of innocence.