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Alfred-Desiré Lanson
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Alfred-Desiré Lanson
- JASON ENLEVANT LA TOISON D'OR
signed Lanson. scpt. and with the Susse Freres pastille and numbered II
- bronze, mid-brown patina
- height 29 3/4 in.
- 75.5 cm
Literature
S. Lami, vol. III, pp.245-246
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, wear and discoloration to the patina consistent with age and use. Minor dents and nicks in places to surface. Minor pitting to 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.
Catalogue Note
Lanson was awarded the prestigious Prix de Rome for this model in 1876 and it was later exhibited in the Exposition Universelle of 1878. The subject is fairly rare in 19th Century sculpture. Lanson has gathered inspiration from Renaissance models of Perseus, such as Cellini's, and combined it with a contemporary Romantic Realism to powerful effect. The Susse foundry edited the bronze in three sizes, of which this is the second one.