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Henri Laurens
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Laurens
- Esquisse pour La Petite océanide
- Inscribed with the artist's monogram, numbered 1/6 and stamped with the foundry mark C. Valsuani Cire Perdue
- Bronze
- Height: 13 in.
- 33 cm
Provenance
Galerie Simon (Louise Leiris), Paris (acquired directly from the artist)
Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Stockholm
Private Collection, Sweden
Private Collection, Scandinavia (acquired from the above in the 1970s and sold: Sotheby's, London, June 26, 2008, lot 340)
Private Collection, Switzerland (acquired at the above sale)
Acquired from the above
Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Stockholm
Private Collection, Sweden
Private Collection, Scandinavia (acquired from the above in the 1970s and sold: Sotheby's, London, June 26, 2008, lot 340)
Private Collection, Switzerland (acquired at the above sale)
Acquired from the above
Literature
Werner Hofmann, The Sculptures of Henri Laurens, New York, 1970, illustration of another cast p. 150
Condition
Rich golden brown patina. Apart from some light patina wear to the exposed areas of the sculpture, 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.