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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Le baiser
- Inscribed with the signature A. Rodin and stamped with the foundry mark Alexis Rudier Fondeur Paris; also stamped with raised signature inside A. Rodin
- Bronze, brown patina
- Height: 10 inches
- 25.4 cm
Provenance
The Lefevre Gallery, London
Estate of Mr. and Mrs. François Schwarz (sold: Christie's, New York, May 8, 2002, lot 202)
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale
Estate of Mr. and Mrs. François Schwarz (sold: Christie's, New York, May 8, 2002, lot 202)
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale
Literature
Georges Grappe, Catalogue du Musée Rodin, Paris, 1927, no. 148, illustration of the marble version p. 59
Albert E. Elsen, Rodin, New York, 1963, illustration of a larger cast p. 63
Robert Descharnes and Jean-François Chabrun, Auguste Rodin, Paris, 1967, illustration of the marble version p. 131
John L. Tancock, The Sculpture of Auguste Rodin, Philadelphia, 1976, illustration of the marble version p. 77
Condition
very good condition; some typical rubbing in patina
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.