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Lot 136
  • 136

Auguste Rodin

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Auguste Rodin
  • Main droite no. 27
  • inscribed A. Rodin and stamped with the foundry mark G. Rudier Fondeur, Paris

  • bronze
  • height (not including base): 11.8cm., 4 3/4 in.

Provenance

Musée Rodin, Paris
Roland, Browse & Delbanco, London (acquired from the above in 1961)
Richard McDougall, London
A gift from the above to the present owner in January 2009

Condition

Bronze with an attractive brown/green patina. Apart from some extremely light surface scratches, consistent with age and handling, this work is in overall very good condition. Colours: Fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though overall slightly darker in the original.
"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."