Lot 101
  • 101

Antoine-Louis Barye French, 1795-1875

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Antoine-Louis Barye
  • éléphant du Senegal (A running Senegalese elephant)
  • signed: BARYE, inscribed F. BARBEDIENNE. Fondeur and with the gold FB stamp, incised 43  underneath
  • bronze, green-brown patina

Condition

There is overall surface dirt and general wear to the patina consistent with age, otherwise the condition is good
"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

RELATED LITERATURE
Poletti & Richarme (2000), pp.251-53, no.A119