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Prosper d' Epinay
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Prosper d' Epinay
- Relief with a Portrait of the Princess Alexandra of Greece (1870-1891), wife of Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovich of Russia
- signed: d'Epinay in Greek letters
- white marble
Literature
P. Roux-Foujols, Prosper d’Epinay. Un sculpteur mauricien à la cour des princes, Les Pailles, 1996, pp. 98-99
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The relief is deliberately made to look like a fragment around the edges. There are a few very small naturally occurring inclusions in the marble. There is some paper residue to the background on the right side. There are a few minor chips to the edges.
"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."