Lot 376
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ARISTIDE MAILLOL | Petite Méditerranée

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Aristide Maillol
  • Petite Méditerranée
  • inscribed with the initial M, numbered 2/6 and inscribed with the foundry mark Alexis Rudier Fondeur Paris
  • bronze
  • 11 by 6.8 by 13.5cm., 4 3/8 by 2 3/4 by 5 1/4 in.
  • Conceived in 1905 and cast in bronze by the Alexis Rudier Foundry, Paris in a numbered edition of 6.

Provenance

Private Collection
Acquired from the above by the present owner in the 1980s

Condition

Attractive deep brown-green patina. There is a tiny chip to the patina on the base and another to the leg. There is general light wear consistent with age and handling. There is some dust in the crevices. This work is in very good condition.
"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

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the late Dina Vierny.