Lot 110
  • 110

Félix-Maurice Charpentier

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Félix-Maurice Charpentier
  • L'Eveil (The Awakening)
  • signed: F. Charpentier
  • white marble

Condition

Overall the condition of the marble is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small naturally occurring inclusions (some with fill), notably to the proper right knee, the lower chest, the proper left hip, and the proper left shoulder blade. There are also small rust-coloured inclusions to the rockwork behind the proper right hip and to the proper left foot. There are a few minor chips and abrasions, including to the high points of the rockwork and to the bottom edge, with an apparently larger chip at the back right corner of the terrasse. There is a very minor area of abrasion below the proper left breast. There is minor white residue in some of the crevices, notably around the feet.
"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."