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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Main droite no. 27, petit modèle
- Inscribed with the signature A. Rodin, numbered 7 and inscribed with the foundry mark G. Rudier.. Fondeur. Paris.
- Bronze
- Height (not including base): 4 5/8 in.
- 11.6 cm
Provenance
Musée Rodin, Paris
Roland, Browse & Delbanco, London (acquired from the above in November 1963)
Seaway Gallery, Cleveland
Acquired from the above in 1972
Roland, Browse & Delbanco, London (acquired from the above in November 1963)
Seaway Gallery, Cleveland
Acquired from the above in 1972
Literature
Musée du Louvre, ed., Rodin inconnu, Paris, 1962, illustration of the terracotta version no. 183 (titled Main de Saint-Jean Baptiste).
Rodin, les mains, les chirurgiens (exhibition catalogue), Musée Rodin, Paris, 1983, illustration of the plaster p. 91
Rodin, les mains, les chirurgiens (exhibition catalogue), Musée Rodin, Paris, 1983, illustration of the plaster p. 91
Condition
The patina is a deep golden brown colour. There are very minor surface abrasions and some surface dirt. There is no evidence of damage to the work. The sculpture is in excellent 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.