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JACQUES LOUIS GAUTIER | Mephistopheles
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jacques Louis Gautier
- Mephistopheles
- signed: L.J.Gautier., entitled: méphistophélès and inscribed: DUPLAN et Salles. / ft de Bronze.
- bronze, dark brown patina
- 66cm., 26in.
Condition
Overall, the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The corners of the base at the bottom are slightly worn. There is some minor rubbing to the patina, including to the tip of the nose, the eyebrows and the tops of the fingers. There is a plug to the proper right leg just above the hoof.
"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."