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Charles Adrien Prosper d'Épinay
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Charles Adrien Prosper d'Épinay
- Le Cyclone
- signed: P. d'Epinay and inscribed: LE CYCLONE
white marble
Condition
Overall the condition of the alabaster is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few areas of possible restoration, including to the nose of the left figure and proper left leg of the right figure. There are a few naturally occurring inclusions, including to left figure's face.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
P. Roux Foujols, Prosper d'Épinay (1836-1914): Un mauricien à la cour des princes, Mauritius, 1996, p. 50
P. Roux Foujols, Prosper d'Épinay (1836-1914): Un mauricien à la cour des princes, Mauritius, 1996, p. 50