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Claire J.R. Colinet
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Ankara Dancer'
- bronze base signed 'Cl. JR. Colinet'
- bronze, ivory, marble
- 42cm.;
- 1ft 4½in.
gilt bronze and ivory, modelled standing on one leg, a multi-headed serpent at her feet, raised on an onyx base
Literature
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1984, p. 54
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, Woodbridge, 2000, p. 118
Condition
A desirable and striking model. Ivory more yellow in tone than the illustration suggests. The bronze with areas of typical wear and discoloration. Minor old marks and scratches. Ivory with typical hairline cracks. Legs and arm with an uneven yellow surface coating which could be the remnants of old restoration to hide the cracks which has since discoloured over time. Further images available.
Prospective purchasers are reminded that this lot contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 114 of the printed catalogue or upon request to the department.
"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
Important Notice
Prospective purchasers are reminded that most items in this sale contain ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 114 of the printed catalogue. This is also available through the Conditions of Business link on the 'Events Detail' page to this auction or upon request to the department.