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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse French, 1824 - 1887 "Bacchanale" (A Group of Dancing Putti) Terracotta, signed CARRIER BELLEUSE to base, the plinth section heightened in gilt.
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- terracotta
- height 21, width 25 in., depth 14 in.
- 53 cm; 63.5 cm; 35.5 cm
Condition
Overall good presentation. Some dust in recesses, numerous minute nicks and chips to edges, discoloration and wear to gilt base, all consistent with age. Areas of restoration to one putto (one arm rebuilt), and one putto foot also rebuilt. One or two other possible areas of restoration.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.