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Henri Laurens
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 EUR
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Description
- Henri Laurens
- Groupe de Sirènes
- signé avec le monogramme HL, numéroté 1/6 et porte le cachet du fondeur C. Valsuani cire perdue (en bas, à l'arrière)
- bronze
- 36 x 37 x 31 cm
- 14 1/8 x 14 1/2 x 12 1/8 in.
Provenance
Collection particulière, France
Par descendance au propriétaire actuel
Par descendance au propriétaire actuel
Literature
Werner Hofmann, The Sculpture of Henri Laurens, New York, 1970, une autre épreuve reproduite p. 169
Condition
The bronze is sound with an attractive brown patina. A close inspection reveals some light wear to the most protruding areas, notably along the edge of the base, and a light build-up of dust in the recessive areas. There is a tiny scratch on the reverse, near the base, and a 1cm nick and scuff to the patina on the inside of the rising mermaid. 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
signed with the monogram 'HL', numbered '1/6' and stamped with the foundry mark 'C. Valsuani cire perdue' (on the reverse, towards the base), bronze. Conceived in 1928.