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Jacques Boero
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Jacques Boero
- CUPID AND PSYCHE
- signed Jacques BOERO
Carrara marble, on a parcel gilt walnut column base
- overall height: 59 in.; height of sculpture 36 1/4 in.
- 150 cm; 92 cm
Condition
Overall in very good condition. Scattered minor scratches and nicks to carved Carrara marble consistent with age. The marble with some surface dirt and specks of paint or plaster residue. With a possibly old repair to cupids wing, which appears to have completely detached in past. This may also be how the piece was originally constructed. The walnut pedestal with occasional nicks and scratches consistent with age. Three vertical cracks which are somewhat concealead by fluting. The gilt surfaces with some wear consistent with age. Scattered edge nicks to square base of column..
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Jacques Boero was born in Genoa, Italy and began his apprenticeship in his native country. Although Benezit lists him as a member of the Italian School, he is also recorded as a student of the French sculptor Denis Puech and an exhibitor at the Salons des Artistes Français 1912 and 1914.