Lot 121
  • 121

Auguste Rodin

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • Auguste Rodin
  • Baigneuse retirant sa chemise
  • Inscribed A. Rodin, numbered No. 5/8, dated © by Musée Rodin 1985 and inscribed with the foundry mark E. Godard Fondr
  • Bronze
  • Height: 15 1/4 in.
  • 38.7 cm

Provenance

Musée Rodin, Paris
Private Collection, Hong Kong (acquired from the above through Galerie Montespan, Paris, in 1986)
Private Collection (acquired in July 1986)
Private Collection, Tokyo (and sold: Sotheby's, New York, November 8, 2007, lot 196)
Acquired at the above sale 

Condition

Dark brown/black patina. There are minor surface scratches and rubbing to patina consistent with age but otherwise fine. The sculpture is in very good original condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Rodin conceived of the current work as part of a set of four bathers to adorn the pool of one of his most important patrons, Maurice Fenaille.