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Albert Bartholomé
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert Bartholomé
- Au bord de l'eau (nude reclining by a stream)
- signed: Bartholomé, stamped: CIRE PERDUE A.A. HEBRARD and numbered: (5)
- bronze, dark brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is a small area of scratching under the proper right breast.
"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
Around 1900 Bartholomé developed both the decorative and sensual elements of his work in a series of nudes which recall his friend Edgar Degas's paintings of women bathing. Bartholomé worked on two versions of Au bord de l'eau which differ mainly in the drapery and hair. Both types were produced in marble and bronze.
RELATED LITERATURE
Fonsmark, no. 18, pp. 68-9; De Carpeaux à Matisse, pp. 91-2
RELATED LITERATURE
Fonsmark, no. 18, pp. 68-9; De Carpeaux à Matisse, pp. 91-2