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Francisque Joseph Duret, French 1804-1865, A pair of Italianate dancers mid 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- both engraved Duret f. to the front base, the left Quesnel fondeur on the base to the reverse, the right Quesnel on the base and E. Quesnel to the side
- both circa 44.0cm. high.
modelled as youths, one with snappers, the other holding a tambourine, on integrally cast round bases
Condition
Both figures in overall good condition with wear and stains to the patination. The right figure to a larger extent without patination and therefore lighter in colour.
"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
Francisque Joseph Duret (1804-1865) was a pupil of his father François-Joseph Duret (1732-1816). He also studied under Bosio and won the Prix de Rome in 1823. In 1833 he exhibited his 'Neapolitan Fisher Dancing the Tarantella', now in the Louvre, a then famous bronze which established his reputation. He worked as a professor at the École des Beaux-Arts and received the French medal of honor in 1855.