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Antoine-Louis Barye
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- Tigre qui marche (Walking Tiger)
- signed: BARYE, inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR. with the gold FB, the underside incised: 43 and inscribed: 6148 in ink
- bronze, green patina with warm brown highlights
21 by 41cm., 8ΒΌ by 16 1/8 in.
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is an original patch to the underbelly. There is a very small casting flaw to the back. There is minor rubbing to the high points and some wear to the patina along the edge of the terrasse.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des sculptures, Paris, 2000, pp.198-199, no. A70
M. Poletti and A. Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des sculptures, Paris, 2000, pp.198-199, no. A70