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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse French, 1824 - 1887 A pair of Néo-Grec gilt and patinated bronze figural torchères on pedestals Paris, third quarter 19th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- bronze gilt and patinated, wood,
- height of figures 47 ½ in.; height of pedestals 41 ½ in.
- 120.5 cm; 105.5 cm
one figure inscribed CARRIER, the other inscribed A. CARRIER. Candle branches lacking.
Provenance
Sold Sotheby's New York, November 9, 2001, lot 246
Literature
J. Hargrove, The Life and Work of Albert Carrier-Belleuse, New York and London, 1977, pl. 174.
Condition
As stated in the catalogue description, both figures are lacking their candle branches. The Figure raising her right arm shows a new screw to the seam of her left arm.
Discoloration and wear to gilding and extensive wear and discoloration to brown patina of the figures. The pedestal decorated on all four sides and with the usual nicks and scratches to
edges.
"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."