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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
- Maternité (Motherhood)
- stamped: PROPRIÉTÉ CARPEAUX
- plaster
Condition
Overall, the condition is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is a paint layer to the surface which may conceal some condition points. There is a fissure visible around the woman's neck which may indicate the head was reattached. There is a possible restoration to the woman's proper left hand and wrist (there may have been a reattachment). There is a small loss to the tip of the woman's big toe on the proper left foot. There are a few very minor chips around the bottom edge. It is possible that a section of the chair on the proper right side has been restored. There is a joint to the underside running through the middle from left to right. Minor chips and abrasions to the base. There is a chip to the drapery at the proper right side near the chair.
"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."