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Edward Vereycken Belgian, 1893-1965
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Edward Vereycken
- Le Baiser (the kiss)
- signed: Ed. Vereyken. and stamped BATARDY CIRE PERDUE BRUXELLES
- bronze, dark green-brown patina, on wood base
Condition
The bronze is in good condition. There is some green coloured patina in crevices. Wear to base.
"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
Edward Vereycken was born in Antwerp where he studied sculpture at the Academy. His work was influenced by the impressionistic technique of Rodin and the emotionalism of his fellow countryman Jef Lambeaux. Vereycken worked in Italy, America, Canada and France where he won the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1920 with his Perseus.
RELATED LITERATURE
Engelen-Marx, pp. 1728 - 1730