- 21
Henri Cros
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Henri Cros
- Les Dames de Thélème also called La lecture du livre d'heures, circa 1880
- bas-relief en pâte de verre polychrome
- 25 x 38 cm ; 9 7/8 x 15 in.
pâte-de-verre
Condition
Several restored areas on the piece, more significant on the background. The piece was most likely broken between the proper right and central figure and on the proper left side.
Several cracks, resulting from the damages, have been stabilized.
Minute chip on the nose of the proper left figure, and another one more significant on the nose of the proper right figure of approximately 2 x 2 cm. On the proper right figure, a hole on the chin of approximately 1 x 0,5 cm.
Dust and dirt in the crevices.
"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
The wax version of this bas-relief is housed in the collection of the Petit Palais, Musée des Beaux-arts de la Ville de Paris under the inventory number PP03735.