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A Biscuit Bust of Emperor Alexander I, Sèvres
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the underside with red stenciled M. Imple. de Sèvres, the reverse incised A.B. 25.9.8./Boizot and stamped SEVRES / No. 1
- Porcelain
- Height 13 3/4 in.
- 34.9 cm
after a model by Louis Simon Boizot, wearing uniform and raised on a midnight blue, gilt-edged socle base
Condition
Some wear to biscuit areas and to edge of base
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First created in 1808 by Louis Simon Boizot, the sculptor responsible for this particular model was probably Alexander Brachard, who was paid in March 1808 for producing a bust of Alexander. Napoleon and Alexander I signed the Treaty of Tilsit on 7th July 1807. Lavish presents were exchanged between the two nations.The Sèvres factory records list Boizot as providing a design of a bust of Alexander I to be produced in porcelain after a miniature bust of the emperor in marble.