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Jean-Jacques Pradier, called James
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Jacques Pradier, called James
- Sapho à la Colonne (Sappho)
- signed and dated: J.PRADIER 1848 and stamped: V.P.
- bronze, silvered and gilt patina
Condition
Overall, the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some wear to the silvering at the high points, and to the proper right arm. There is minor dark spotting to both the silvered and gilt patina. There are some further dirt residues to the gilt patina. There are minor scratches and nicks to the terrasse.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
Statue de Chair, Sculptures de James Pradier (1790-1852), exh. cat., Musée d'art et d'histoire, Geneva and Musée du Luxembourg, Paris, 1985, pp. 156-158; C. Lapaire, James Pradier (1790-1852) et la sculpture française de la génération romantique: catalogue raisonné, Zurich/ Lausanne, 2010, pp. 202, 375-6, nos. 326-327
Statue de Chair, Sculptures de James Pradier (1790-1852), exh. cat., Musée d'art et d'histoire, Geneva and Musée du Luxembourg, Paris, 1985, pp. 156-158; C. Lapaire, James Pradier (1790-1852) et la sculpture française de la génération romantique: catalogue raisonné, Zurich/ Lausanne, 2010, pp. 202, 375-6, nos. 326-327