Emmanuel Fremiet

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, nicks, wear to patina consistent with age and use. One end of the reins detached.
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.

The Manufacture de Sevres produced thirteen works by Fremiet, the two most significant of these are the Char de Minerve and the Char de Diane. Both were exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in 1900. After protracted negotiations, Fremiet was allowed to pass on to the Barbedienne foundry the rights to edit both models in bronze. A gilt-bronze example of the Char de Minerve was exhibited at the Salon in 1904.

Fremiet designed these groups as examples of high decoration and they are perhaps the best expression of his artistic contribution to the Belle Epoque. They also share a flamboyant fin-de-siecle decadence with the works of Gérôme, Fremiet's close friend and professional ally.