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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse 1824 - 1887 A French carved ivory and gilt-bronze figure of 'La Liseuse'
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- height 24 in.
- 61 cm
gilt-bronze plaque centering the front titled LISEUSE / PAR CARRIER-BELLEUSE / GRAND PRIX DU SALON, the base inscribed A. CARRIER-BELLEUSE.
Condition
Age cracks filled with dirt to ivory. Strong green oxidation point to the cover of the book and in her right sleeve. Minor tarnishing to gilt-bronze, wear especially around the base.
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.