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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | Two Moutons de Pierre
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 EUR
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Description
- Two Moutons de Pierre
- 87 x 95 x 40 cm ; 34 ¼ x 37 ⅜ x 15 ¾ in.
1987
patinated bronze and epoxy stone
Each monogrammed FXL, stamped LALANNE, dated 87 and numbered 36/250 and 37/250 under the muzzle
Provenance
Private collection, New York
Literature
Idem previous lot
Condition
Mouton de Pierre numbered 37/250 : Some light wear to the patinated bronze on the head, slightly more significant on the underside of the muzzle with some instances of light oxidation. There are a few rare and light traces of oxidation. The legs presents with very light wear, a few scratches and tiny spots of oxidation and vert-de-gris. The bottom of the legs presents with more significant wear. The epoxy stone presents with some irregularities inherent to the making. ///. Mouton de Pierre numbered 36/250 : Some light wear to the patinated bronze on the head, slightly more significant on the underside of the muzzle with some instances of light oxidation. There are a few rare and light traces of oxidation. The legs presents with very light wear, a few scratches and tiny spots of oxidation and vert-de-gris. The epoxy stone presents with some irregularities inherent to the making.
"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."