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French, early 20th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- The Hand of Satan
- bronze, mid-brown patina with golden brown highlights, with an iron mount
- French, early 20th century
initialled: M and stamped: CIRE / A. VALSUANI / PERDUE
Provenance
Georges Blache, Versailles, 29 October 1978, no. 208
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are small casting flaws, such as pitting throughout the surface. There is a more prominent casting flaw/abrasion to the stem of the longest finger. There are areas of particular wear to the patina, including to the thumb, the ends of the fingers and to the high points. There are a number of dirt and paint marks throughout. There is oxidation to the iron mount. The underside of the wrist is open.
"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."