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A quantity of plaster caricatures, most after models by Jean-Pierre Dantan (1800-1869) second quarter 19th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- the figures: 43 to 20 cm.
the subjects being mostly composers, musicians and actors including Berlioz, Batta, Vestris, Strauss, Caraffa, Wellington, Lord Brougham, Paganini and others, altogether circa 30; also combined with six plaster cups in Baroque style, bracket supports, some figures broken, most bearing the red wax seal of Jules Sohn
Jean-Pierre Dantan (1800-1869) was a French sculptor, best remembered for his portraits of men of political, artistic and musical fame. His renderings en caricature found great appeal, parallel to those by his contemporary Honoré Daumier.
Jean-Pierre Dantan (1800-1869) was a French sculptor, best remembered for his portraits of men of political, artistic and musical fame. His renderings en caricature found great appeal, parallel to those by his contemporary Honoré Daumier.
Condition
Most items in overall good condition with some smaller chips, abrasion, marks and scratches. Slightly soiled. Few items with larger breaks (extremties, heads) and losses. Few minor repairs. Will be sold as is.
"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."