Lot 47
  • 47

Louis Marie Blaise Latour

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Louis Marie Blaise Latour
  • The Lovers
  • signed and dated: L. LATOUR / 08
  • white marble

Condition

Overall the condition of the marble is good, with minor dirt and wear consistent with age. There are few minor abrasions to the surface, including to the woman's proper right knee, and to around the bottom of the sculpture.There is veining to the marble, consistent with the material, and a few naturally occurring inclusions.
"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

RELATED LITERATURE
E. Bénézit, Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs, Gründ, 1999, vol. 8, p. 316