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L'École Professionel de Bien Hoa (Applied Arts School of Bien Hoa)
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
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Description
- L'École Professionel de Bien Hoa (Applied Arts School of Bien Hoa)
- Tête de Jeune Femme Tonkinoise (Bust of a Young Woman from North Vietnam)
- Engraved with a monogram of the school and the initials of the artist
- Black paint on bronze on wooden base
- Bust: 25.5 by 15.5 by 15.5 cm.; 10 by 6 by 6 in.
- Base: 10 by 10 by 10 cm.; 3 3/4 by 3 3/4 by 3 3/4 in.
- Executed CIRCA 1940
Condition
The work is in overall good condition. The sculpture is free of rust or discoloration. Any marks visible are part of the artist's intent and do not detract from the quality of the piece. The wooden base has a hairline crack on the right side, but this does not effect the sculpture overall. Minor evidence of wear and handling.
"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."