- 36
After the Winged Victory of Samothrace
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- 'Les Victoire Du Cinema Francias' Award for A Streetcar Named Desire
- green patinated bronze
- 21cm., 8¼in.
- Probably cast in France circa 1951.
with a silvered metal plaque printed 'Vivien Leigh / Victoire Du Cinema Francias 1952 / "Le Film France"'
Literature
Photographed at Notley Abbey in the library circa 1959.
Condition
Generally good. Although residue from mould to marble. Loose on mount. Very decorative.
"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
Les Victoires du Cinema Français were French film awards, created in 1956 by Cinémonde magazine. The awards were for best actress, the best foreign actress, the best actor, the best foreign actor and the best director.
Vivien appeared on the cover of Cinémonde in March 1952 (issue no.919).