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Eugène Marioton 1857-1933
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description
- Eugène Marioton
- Charmeur de serpent
- en bronze à patine brun clair
signé Eug. Marioton - bronze
- Haut. 129 cm; height 50 3/4 in.
Provenance
Vente Christie's à Londres, le 23 février 2006, lot 159 (vendu 5 760 £).
Condition
Very good condition overall, with some minor wear to the patina, some minor oxidation and a few scratches to the surface at several places. His proper right hand with some wear to the patina, holding a stick which is cast in two pieces. The drapery also cast (joint visible) separately.
"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
Eugène Marioton connu une longue et glorieuse carrière de sculpteur et de graveur de médaille, exposant régulièrement au Salon de 1882 à 1922. Le Charmeur de serpent est l'une de ses pièces les plus célèbres. La composition est à la fois tendue et sinueuse, le charmeur jouant dangereusement avec le serpent enroulé autour de son bras.