Lot 142
  • 142

Antoine-Louis Barye

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description

  • Antoine-Louis Barye
  • Cheval turc, antérieur gauche levé, terrasse ovale
  • bronze, brown patina
    Signed BARYE
  • 29 x 24 cm; 11 4/7 x 9 1/2  in.
bronze à patine brune
signé BARYE

Literature

Michel Poletti, Alain Richarme, Barye. Catalogue raisonné des sculptures, Paris, 2000, p. 269, n. A 130.

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor surface dirt, particularly in the crevices, and minor wear to the patina to the back and the sides of the horse consistent with age and handling. There is minor greening to the underside of the base.
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