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Émile-André Boisseau
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Émile-André Boisseau
- Amour Maternel
signed BOISSEAU to the base and stamped F. BARBEDIENNE, Fondeur to the back.
bronze, dark brown patina
- height 27 1/2 in.
- 70 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; rubbing and wear especially to the extremities; light surface scratches especially to the faces of the figures; very small area of inpainting approximately 1 inch square to the base close to the mother's proper left foot.
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
Emile-André Boisseaux was born in Varzy (Burgundy) and studied with Dumont and Bonnassieux at the École des Beaux-Arts. He exhibited consistently at the Paris Salon from 1870. His favoured subjects, a mixture of genre, patriotism and love, are representative of the most popular themes of the late nineteenth century.