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Lot 131
  • 131

Antoine-Louis Barye

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Antoine-Louis Barye
  • Thésée Combattant le Centaure Biénor (Theseus and the Centaur)
  • signed: A L BARYE inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR. with the COLLECTION F. BARBEDIENNE PARIS pastille and inscribed to the underside: 43
  • bronze, green patina

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age and handling. There are a number of slightly visible casting joints, including to Theseus' neck and proper right arm, the centaur's tail and to the ground around the hooves.
"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

RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des sculptures, Paris, 2000, pp. 109-110, no. F33