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Jean-François-Théodore Gechter French, 1796-1844
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-François-Théodore Gechter
- Quentin Durward saving Louis XI from a boar
- entitled: LOUIS XI ET QUENTIN DURWARD. W SCOTT and stamped by the foundry 659
- bronze, dark brown patina
Condition
Attractively modelled. The surface patination is dull and ingrained with dirt. There is rubbing to extremities. There is a fleur-de-lys impression on the right dogs body. The head of the rider is slightly loose. There is a small hole on the boars head this may well have held the spike of the pike - this pike is slightly mis-shapen. There is rubbing to extremities. Academically interesting and wood benefit from a clean. Generally 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."
"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
Written by Walter Scott and published in 1823, Quentin Durward is the story of a young Scottish archer who journeys to France and upon meeting Louis XI enters the service of that devious monarch. Durward becomes embroiled in the political intrigues between Louis and his cousin the Duke of Burgundy and is entrusted with the safety of the beautiful Isabelle de Croye, Louis' ward and a pawn in his schemes.
The novel was immensely popular in both France and Britain. Gechter depicts the moment when Durward saves Louis whilst out hunting. Louis has dismounted to attack the boar, but slips in the mud. Durward, responding to the call of Louis' hunting horn, is on hand to spear the boar, thus winning Louis' favour. The chivalric theme and medieval setting perfectly suited Gechter's oeuvre.
The novel was immensely popular in both France and Britain. Gechter depicts the moment when Durward saves Louis whilst out hunting. Louis has dismounted to attack the boar, but slips in the mud. Durward, responding to the call of Louis' hunting horn, is on hand to spear the boar, thus winning Louis' favour. The chivalric theme and medieval setting perfectly suited Gechter's oeuvre.