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France, XIXe siècle, d'après François Duquesnoy (1597-1643) Paire de bustes d'enfants
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze à patine brune; sur des socles en bronze à patine brune
les deux portant une signature F Flamand - bronze
- Haut. (totale) 30 cm, haut. (socle) 11,5 cm ; height (overall) 11 4/5 in., height (base) 4 1/2 in.
Literature
M. Boudon-Machuel, François du Quesnoy 1597-1643, Paris 2005, pp. 324-325, n° In.116, p. 327-328, n° In.119.
Condition
Very good condition overall with minor wear to the patina and surface dirt in the crevices consistent with age and handling. A few superficial scratches visible at several places with a slightly larger one to the chest of one Child.
"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."