- 78
French, late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- pair of groups with Bacchic putti
- bronze, on mottled green and veined red marble bases
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronzes is good. There is some minor dirt to the surface consistent with age and wear to the patina consistent with age and handling. There are some naturally occurring fissures to the base and a few minor chips to the lower edge.
"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
Similar bronze groups with bacchic putti and animals are generally regarded as being inspired by Jacques Sarazin's marble Two children with a goat (Musée du Louvre, no. R.F. 1843). Compare bronzes sold at Sotheby's Monte Carlo on 22 June 1991, lot 552 and at Sotheby's Paris on 20 October 2005, lot 152.