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JEAN-AUGUSTE BARRE, | Marie Taglioni, circa 1837
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- Marie Taglioni, circa 1837
- signed and dated A. Barre fit 1837, entitled FANNY ELSSLER and with the foundry mark L Richard Eck et Durand fdeur fcant
- bronze, dark brown patina
- H. 45 cm; 17 3/4 in.
Literature
RELATED LITERATURE
H. Regnoul-Barre, "Les Barre, graveurs généraux des Monnaies créateurs des premiers timbres-poste français et grecs", in Bulletin du Club Français de la médaille, Paris, 1978, p. 14 (ill.).
H. Regnoul-Barre, "Les Barre, graveurs généraux des Monnaies créateurs des premiers timbres-poste français et grecs", in Bulletin du Club Français de la médaille, Paris, 1978, p. 14 (ill.).
Condition
In overall very good condition with minor surface dirt, notably in the crevices, consistent with age and handling. There is minor wear to the patina notably to the high points. The wings are cast separately with joints visible. There is a visible joint to her proper left arm as well. Exquisite bronze with a very detailed cast, notably on the flowery terrace.
"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
Marie Taglioni (1804-1884) was an Italian ballerina internationally known in the 1830's and emblematic of the Romantic era.