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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse French, 1824-1887
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- L'enfant source (infant sources)
- signed: A CARRiER.1864
- terracotta
Condition
Overall the condition of the terracotta is very good. There is some surface dirt, some rubbing and marks 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
Hargrove writes that by the 1860s, Carrier Belleuse's style had become more detailed in its execution and surfaces. This is evident in his treatment of the surface of La Source dated 1864. Carrier offered a l'enfant source in his sales of 1883 and 1887. There is a version of the present terracotta in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art (inv. 1986.67).
RELATED LITERATURE
Lami, vol. 1, pp. 283, 284; Hargrove, p. 189