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Auguste Rodin
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Auguste Rodin
- Esquisse de tête pour Jean de Fiennes (Tête tragique)
- Inscribed A. Rodin, numbered No 10, inscribed with the foundry mark Geor. Rudier. Fondeur. Paris. and dated © by museé Rodin 1966.
- Bronze
- Height: 6 1/2 in.
- 16.5 cm
Provenance
Musée Rodin, Paris
Dominion Gallery, Montreal (acquired from the above in 1966)
Private Collection, Montreal (acquired circa 1970)
Thence by descent
Dominion Gallery, Montreal (acquired from the above in 1966)
Private Collection, Montreal (acquired circa 1970)
Thence by descent
Literature
John L. Tancock, The Sculpture of Auguste Rodin, Philadelphia, 1976, illustration of another cast p. 609
Condition
Dark greenish brown patina. Work is screwed to a base at one point on the underside. Very minor patina rubbing in the nose, forehead and peaks of the hair as well as some surface dirt in the crevices. Overall this work is in excellent condition.
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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.