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Jan and Joël Martel
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jan and Joël Martel
- Paul Signac, 1935
- patinated plaster
- 60 by 28 by 39cm., 23 5/8 by 11 by 15 3/8 in.
a patinated plaster bust
Signed J.J. MARTEL on the side of the base and inscribed PAUL SIGNAC on the front
Signed J.J. MARTEL on the side of the base and inscribed PAUL SIGNAC on the front
Exhibited
Paris, Exposition de l'A.E.A.R., 1935
Paris, Salon des Indépendants, 1935
Boulogne, Oeuvres de peintres et sculpteurs contemporains, 1936
Paris, Salon des Indépendants, 1936 and 1938
Saint-Jean-de-Monts and La Roche-sur-Yon, Rétrospective Joël et Jan Martel Sculpteurs, 1976-1977, n. 30
Paris, Salon des Indépendants, 1935
Boulogne, Oeuvres de peintres et sculpteurs contemporains, 1936
Paris, Salon des Indépendants, 1936 and 1938
Saint-Jean-de-Monts and La Roche-sur-Yon, Rétrospective Joël et Jan Martel Sculpteurs, 1976-1977, n. 30
Literature
Rétrospective Joël et Jan Martel Sculpteurs, exhibition catalogue, Saint Jean de Monts, 1976, p. 38, n. 30 (non ill.)
Joël et Jan Martel Sculpteurs, 1896-1966, Paris, 1996, p. 141 for a view of Jan Martelin his studio with the present lot
Joël et Jan Martel Sculpteurs, 1896-1966, Paris, 1996, p. 141 for a view of Jan Martelin his studio with the present lot
Condition
Good overall condition. Minor dirtiness and wear of the surface, consistent with normal age. A few minor chips and losses, especially along the edges. The head and base were made separately and a slightly open joint is visible. There are some small losses in this area. A few minor traces of restoration to the patina including to the forehead and to the ears.
"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
Jan and Joël Martel were twin brothers who collaborated on sculptures through the turn of the century. They specialised in animal subjects, most notably birds, and emphasised curvature of form. The present sculpture is a rare bust by the brothers, representing their close friend, Paul Signac, renowned neo-impressionist painter.