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AFTER THE ANTIQUE, FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY CROUCHING VENUS, |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- marble
- 90 x 34 X 45 cm ; 35 1/2 x 13 1/3 x 17 2/3 in.
Provenance
Chateau of Pontchartrain, Jouars-Pontchartrain.
Condition
Surface dirt, notably in the crevices, and a few minor chips to the high points in some places. Some inclusion and natural grey veining are visible throughout the marble. There are a few larger inclusions with fillings visible in some places. A vertical red stain is visible between her buttocks. Chips are visible along the edges of the base, notably the lower edge, with a few small losses and a larger one to the front as visible in the 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."
"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."