Lot 723
  • 723

France, XIXe siècle, par Ferdinand Barbediennne (1810-1892), d'après l'Antique Demosthène

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Demosthène
  • marqué du fondeur F. BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR, pastille Réduction mécanique
  • figure en pied en bronze à patine brune; sur un socle en marbre blanc 
  • Haut. (bronze) 63 cm, haut. (socle) 12,5 cm; height (the bronze) 24 3/4 in., height (base) 5 in.

Literature

Catalogue des Bronzes d'Art, F. Barbedienne, Paris, 1886 (réed.), p. 11.

Condition

Very good condition overall with minor wear to the patina consistent with age and handling. Three small drops of white paint to the bronze base. Minor chips to the edges of the marble base consistent with age and handling.
"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

Ferdinand Barbedienne a édité ce modèle en quatre tailles, d'après le marbre antique à Rome.