Lot 305
  • 305

Auguste Rodin

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Auguste Rodin
  • NU FÉMININ, DIT AUSSI PSYCHÉ
  • inscribed A. Rodin, stamped with the foundry mark Georges Rudier Fondeur Paris and (c) By Musée Rodin 1960; inscribed A. Rodin on the underside
  • bronze

  • height: 36cm., 14 1/8 in.

Provenance

Musée Rodin, Paris
Galerie Claude Bernard, Paris (acquired from the above in May 1962)
Lee V. Eastman, USA (sale: Christie's, New York, 2nd November 2005, lot 302)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Literature

D. Ashton, 'New York Report' in Das Kunstwerk, XVI, no. 4, October 1962, illustration of another cast p. 26

Condition

Attractive green-brown patina. There are surface patina losses to the figure's left knee, stomach, along the right arm and to the right breast. Apart from some light patina rubbing at intervals throughout, this work is in fairly good condition
"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.
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