Lot 310
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ALBERT ERNEST CARRIER-BELLEUSE (1827-1887) 'LA LISEUSE'

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 AUD
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Description

  • ALBERT ERNEST CARRIER-BELLEUSE (1827-1887) 'LA LISEUSE'
  • 37cm high
the patinated bronze and ivory figure of a young woman reading, dressed in a headdress and elaborately embroidered costume in the pre-raphaelite style, holding the pages of her book in two hands



inscribed signature A.Carrier-Belleuse and a plaque attached to base with inscription 'LISEUSE' par  Carrier-belleuse Grand Prix du Salon'

Condition

Ivory has some dryness and fine hairlines
"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

LITERATURE:  Bryan Catley 'Art Deco and Other Figures'  p53