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Mathurin Moreau
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Mathurin Moreau
- Cupid and Psyche
signed Moreau mathurin to the base.
- silvered-bronze, rouge griotte marble
- height 26 1/2 in.
- 67.3 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; the silvered bronze lightly cleaned; small area of oxidation and pitting to the top of Psyche's right shoulder; soldered patch to the back of the cloud beneath Cupid; small hole to the back of base; formerly fitted as a lamp; Cupid's left proper left wing is slightly loose; The surface appears to be lacquerd in places with traces of lacquer finish flaking in places; overall with some areas of tarnishing and with some dirt and minor pitting.
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.