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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- Amor and Psyche
- signed: Carrier Belleuse
- bronze, dark brown patina on white marble and bronze base
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There some areas of tarnishing particularly to the bed behind Cupid. Psyche's right shoulder and to the fire. There are some visible casting joints particularly at Psyche's left shoulder with visible casting pin, at her left knee where a hairline crack is visible and at Amor's left wing, this joint is slightly open. The bronze finial on the base is slightly loose on the left side.
"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."