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Antoine-Louis Barye French, 1795-1875
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- Pantherè saissant un cerf (terrasse sans profil) (Panther startling a Stag)
- signed: BARYE and inscribed F. BARBEDIENNE Fondeur
- bronze, dark brown patina
Condition
The bronze is in very good condition. There is some surface dirt and minor wear to the patina consistent with age.
"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
Among the many animalier bronzes modelled by Antoine-Louis Barye were a series of ferocious pairs of predator and prey. This group of a stag attacked from behind by a panther, presents the deer in the moment of supplication. The panther's strong and lithe body stands in stark contrast to the awkward deer with dangling tongue and unsure pose.
The first edition of this model was offered from the Association Martin-Bayre from 1845. The present verision was cast by Barbedienne, who began producing the model in 1877.
RELATED LITERATURE
Poletti & Richarme (2000), no. A82, p. 217