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Henri Laurens
Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Laurens
- La Banderole
- inscribed with the artist's monogram, numbered 5/6 and stamped with the foundry mark C. Valsuani cire perdue
- bronze
- height: 37cm., 14 1/2 in.
Provenance
Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris
Galerie Krugier et Cie, Geneva
Acquired from the above on 11th June 1969
Galerie Krugier et Cie, Geneva
Acquired from the above on 11th June 1969
Literature
Werner Hofmann, The Sculpture of Henri Laurens, New York, 1970, illustration of another cast p. 131
Henri Laurens, Exposition de la donation aux Musées Nationaux (exhibition catalogue) Grand Palais, Paris, 1967, no. 22, illustration of another cast n.p.
Sandor Kuthy, Henri Laurens 1885-1954, Fribourg, 1985, no. 50, illustration of the terracotta version p. 120
Henri Laurens, Exposition de la donation aux Musées Nationaux (exhibition catalogue) Grand Palais, Paris, 1967, no. 22, illustration of another cast n.p.
Sandor Kuthy, Henri Laurens 1885-1954, Fribourg, 1985, no. 50, illustration of the terracotta version p. 120
Condition
Attractive brown patina. Apart from some light surface dirt in the crevices and minor surface wear, this work is in overall very good condition. Colours: Overall fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though the patina 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."
"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."