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Lot 141
  • 141

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
  • Jeune pêcheur à la coquille (Fisherboy Listening to a Shell)
  • signed: JBte Carpeaux
  • white marble

Condition

Overall the condition of the marble is very good with minor wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few naturally occurring inclusions, some filled, including to the boy's torso, abdomen and proper right arm and leg. There are a few chips to the edges of the base. There is dirt to the surface throughout and the marble would benefit from professional cleaning.
"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, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux sculpteur. Catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre édité, Paris, 2003, p. 63, no. SA 9