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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Main no. 14, petit modèleMain droite no. 29, petit modèle
- signé A. Rodin à l'extérieur du poignet
signé A. Rodin à l'intérieur du poignet bronze à patine brun noir
bronze à patine brune- 5,7 x 2,8 x 2,6 cm ; 2 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1 in.
- 5,4 x 2,9 x 2,7 cm ; 2 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 in.
Provenance
Musée Rodin, Paris
Acquis auprès du précédent par la famille du propriétaire actuel en mai 1957
Musée Rodin, Paris
Acquis auprès du précédent par la famille du propriétaire actuel en mai 1958
Acquis auprès du précédent par la famille du propriétaire actuel en mai 1957
Musée Rodin, Paris
Acquis auprès du précédent par la famille du propriétaire actuel en mai 1958
Condition
Attractive brown patina. A close inspection reveals slight wear to the patina to the most prominent areas and a light build-up of dust in the recessive areas. Apart from two tiny nicks to the patina in the palm of the smallest hand, these two works are in very 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
signed 'A. Rodin' on the outside of the wrist, bronze with brown-black patina. Conceived circa 1880-85, this bronze cast in March 1952 by the Alexis Rudier Foundry.
signed 'A. Rodin' on the inside of the wrist, bronze with brown patina. Conceived circa 1880-85, this bronze cast in July 1955 by the Georges Rudier Foundry.
signed 'A. Rodin' on the inside of the wrist, bronze with brown patina. Conceived circa 1880-85, this bronze cast in July 1955 by the Georges Rudier Foundry.