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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, 1824 - 1887 La Confidence
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
- La Confidence
- signé A. CARRIER-BELLEUSE
- groupe en terre cuite
- 62 x 44 x 28 cm; 24 2/5 by 17 1/3 by 11 in.
deux jeunes femmes partiellement dévêtues ; l’une se penchant à l’oreille de l’autre et tenant un panier de fleurs
Condition
Good condition overall with minor surface dirt, especially in the crevices, and minor chips to the edges of the base consistent with age and handling. Some toes and fingers may have been slightly restored, the basket of flowers appears to be patinated plaster replacement of its original lyra
"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."
Catalogue Note
Il existe plusieurs variantes de ce sujet dont la plus répandue présente une lyre à l'emplacement du panier de fleurs tenu par l'une des jeunes femmes.