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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- SUZON
- inscrit A. Rodin. et C. des Bronzes de Bruxelles
- bronze doré
- H. : 26 cm
- 10 1/4 in.
Literature
John L. Tancock, The sculpture of Auguste Rodin. The collection of the Rodin Museum, Philadelphie, 1976, fig. 106-2, une autre épreuve reproduite p. 582
Cécile Goldscheider, Auguste Rodin, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre sculpté, vol. I, Paris, 1989, no. 64, une autre épreuve reproduite pp. 84-85
Cécile Goldscheider, Auguste Rodin, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre sculpté, vol. I, Paris, 1989, no. 64, une autre épreuve reproduite pp. 84-85
Condition
Please note that measurements in inches are incomplete in the printed catalogue and should read 10 1/4 in.
Golden patina. There is evidence of oxidation to the patida next to the figure's left ear (as visible in the catalogue illustration) and another spot of oxidation on her forehead. Apart from some slight wear to the patina in the protruding areas, this work is in good condition.
"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
inscribed 'A. Rodin.' and 'C. des Bronzes de Bruxelles', golden bronze. Originally conceived in 1872 and cast in bronze between 1872 and 1939 by the Compagnie des Bronzes de Bruxelles in an unknown edition size.