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MAURICE GUIRAUD-RIVIÈRE | Female Nude with a Deer
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Maurice Guiraud-Rivière
- Female Nude with a Deer
- signed: M GUiRAUD RiViERE
- white marble
- 28 by 80 by 26cm., 11 by 31 1/2 by 10 1/4 in.
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is a filled, naturally occurring inclusion to the deer's proper right shoulder. There are a few small chips, notably to the bottom edges and corners.
"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
This luxuriant composition is a rare marble by the Art-Deco sculptor Maurice Guiraud-Rivière, whose work survives primarily in bronze. Born in Tolouise, Guiraud-Rivière studied under Antonin Mercié before embarking on a career as a sculptor, graphic artist, and cartoonist. Exhibiting at the Salons from 1907, he was awarded an Honourable Mention in 1914. In 1937 he exhibited sculpture and medallions at the International Exhibition in Paris.
RELATED LITERATURE
V. Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 237
RELATED LITERATURE
V. Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 237