- 34
Jean-Léon Gérôme
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Léon Gérôme
- La fuit en Egypte (The flight into Egypt)
- signed: JL. GÉROME, with the SIOT-DECAUVILLE FONDEUR PARIS pastille and stamped: E245
- bronze, varied mid-brown to dark brown patina
Provenance
Castle of Brain-Le-Château
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is excellent. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small areas of greening, including to the drapery at the proper right side of the face.
"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
See note for lot 35.
RELATED LITERATURE
Ackerman, pp. 322-323, cat. S.43 B