Lot 491
  • 491

Francois Pompon for the Sèvres factory, 1855-1933

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • L'Ours Blanc [The White Bear]
  • incised factory mark and modeller's initials R.L
  • biscuit porcelain
  • 20 by 40 by 10 cm., 8 by 15¾ by 4in.
  • Modelled in 1922, executed between 1924-1939

Literature

Associated literature:
Jean-Paul Midant, Sèvres, La Manufacture au XXème Siècle, Paris, 1992, p. 87.

Condition

Two minute chips on left side of the underbelly continued by a hairline crack up to the head and two others down its back paw and underbelly.
"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."