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Antoine-Louis Barye
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- tigre saisissant un paon (tiger seizing a peacock)
- signed: BARYE and inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR. and inscribed in ink under the base: 860 gvl and incised: 20
- bronze, mid to dark brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with some minor wear to the patina consistent with age. The tail is slightly loose and the original casting joint is visible.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti & A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonnée des sculptures, Paris, 2000, p. 211, no. A78
M. Poletti & A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonnée des sculptures, Paris, 2000, p. 211, no. A78