Auguste Rodin

Overall the condition of the bust is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor hairline firing cracks, consistent with the material, including to the drapery on the proper right side, below the necklace, and to the back of the head. There is some minor surface irregularity to the proper right side of the face. There appear to be a few minor areas of restoration, notably to the edge of the bow on the proper right side of the head. There is residue of a paper label at the back. There are some very minor chips to the bottom edge of the marble socle.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
C. Goldscheider, Auguste Rodin: Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre sculpté, vol. I, Paris, 1989, no. 64