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Arthur-Marie-Gabriel, Comte du Passage French, 1838-1909
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Arthur-Marie-Gabriel, Comte du Passage
- A tacked up horse with a groom cleaning its hoof
- signed: Cte du Passage and inscribed: Boudet Edr Paris inscribed in paint on the underside: 10-158
- bronze, dark brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with some minor wear to the patina consistent with age. The rein has come slightly away from the neck on the horse's proper right side.
"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
In this bronze group Arthur-Marie-Gabriel, comte du Passage has charmingly captured an everyday moment as a groom cleans the hoof of a mare. The anecdotal nature of du Passage's art made him a favourite choice amongst contemporary collectors and it was also reflected in his sporting sketches for popular magazines including Vie Parisienne and l'Art et la Mode. The transient vignettes in this model include the swirl of the water in the bucket and the towel slipping from its position over the horse's shoulder as he leans down to grasp the hoof in his right hand.
See also lots 305 and 316.