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Jean-Jacques, called James Pradier
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Jacques, called James Pradier
- la toilette d'atalante (atalanta bathing)
- signed: PRADIER and inscribed twice: Susse. Ed.r
- bronze, mid brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good. There is dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, including a few minor nicks and scratches. There are a few small areas of dryness to the patina. There are some small areas of greening. There is a black spot to the proper right forearm. There are a few slightly visible original casting joints, including to the proper left wrist, the proper right forearm and the area around the proper right foot. There is a visible original casting plug under the proper left thigh.
"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
Visitors to the Salon of 1850 were surprised to find the athletic heroine of Greek legend in such an attitude of repose. The informality of the composition caused one critic to liken her to "a Parisienne leaving her bath". In Atalante Pradier has used a classical narrative as an opportunity for a frank and natural nude.
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Lapaire, James Pradier et la sculpture française de la génération romantique. Catalogue raisonné, Zurich, 2010, pp. 364-5, no. 306
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Lapaire, James Pradier et la sculpture française de la génération romantique. Catalogue raisonné, Zurich, 2010, pp. 364-5, no. 306