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"Le Débardeur du Port d'Anvers" and "Le Marteleur", two bronze figures after models by Constantin Meunier first quarter 20th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- The Dockhand: The Hammerman: a pair
- both signed C. Meunier and with the museum inventory number 1977.930 and 1977.931
- bronze, dark brown patina
- height 19 3/4 in.
- 50 cm
both inscribed C. Meunier and with the museum inventory number 1977.930 and 1977.931
Provenance
Bequest of Celia Schmidt, 1977
Exhibited
Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Breaking the Mold: Sculpture in Paris from Daumier to Rodin, 23 October - 12 March 2006, Le Marteleur
Literature
Sura Levine and Françoise Urban, Constantin Meunier, A Life of Labor," Hommage à Constantin Meunier, 1831-1905, [Galerie Maurice Tzwern, 1998], pp. 21, 31.
Condition
Overall in good original condition with the usual wear to the patina in places especially to high reliefs of the composition and such consistent with handling and touching. Light scratches consistent with age.
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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.