Lot 284
  • 284

French, 19th century

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • A set of seven medallions and a medal with the profile of composers and illustrious people
  • bronze for five medallions and pressed wood for the three others
    including two bronze medallions by David d'Angers, one by Jean-Auguste Barre
  • bronze, wood
  • Diam. de 9,5 cm à 18 cm; various diameters ranging from 3 2/3  in. to 7 in.
certains signés dont deux par David d'Angers - Aubert, Hérold, 1815

Condition

Good condition overall for this set of 8 medallions with minor surface dirt, wear to the patina for the bronze medallions and chips along the edges of the pressed wood medallions.
"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

Including the profiles of Giachino Rossini, Daniel-François-Esprit Auber, a double portrait of Benjamin Franklin and Jean-Baptiste de Montyon and the medal dedicated to Edvard Grieg.