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Clément Léopold Steiner (1853-1899) After William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- L'Amour au papillon (Love with a Butterfly)
- signed: Steiner
- white marble, on a veined cream marble base
- Clément Léopold Steiner (1853-1899) After William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905)
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor naturally occuring inclusions, including to the head. There is some veining to the surface consistent with material, including to the back and wings. The tip of the scabbard is reattached. It is possible that there are restorations to the little fingers and to some of the toes. The base is made in sections and original joints are 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
This attractive marble is modelled after William-Adolphe Bouguereau's 1888 canvas, L'Amour au papillon.