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Jean-Léon Gérôme French, 1824 - 1904
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Jean-Léon Gérôme
- Napoléon Bonaparte entrant au Caire (Napoléon Bonaparte entering Cairo)
- signed J. L. GEROME and with foundry inscription SIOT Fondeur Paris
- gilt bronze
- height 16 1/4 in.; width 14 1/4 in.; depth 4 3/4 in.
- 41 cm; 36 cm; 12 cm
Condition
In good condition with the patina remaining fairly consistent throughout the figure. The recesses show discoloration, oxidation and residue consistent with age, handling and atmospheric changes. Stamped V480 to side of base beneath the horse's rearmost foot.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.