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Mariano Benlliure y Gil
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Mariano Benlliure y Gil
- Bust of a young woman
- indistinctly signed: M. Benlliure
- bronze, dark brown patina, on a veined yellow marble base, with a glass bead
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 11 July 2001, lot 249
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble and bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The bronze and marble detach and should be transported separately. There is veining to the marble consistent with the material throughout. There are minor abrasions to the marble, especially where the bronze fits in place. There is some dryness to the surface of the bronze, as well as minor greening to the back of the hair and around the bottom edge at the back. There are one or two small patches of oxidation. The surface is intentionally a little rough in areas. The amethyst appears to have been refitted.
"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."