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JEAN-BAPTISTE CARPEAUX (1827-1875), | La Frileuse [The Sensitive Girl]
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- La Frileuse [The Sensitive Girl]
- bronze, light brown patinasigned JBte. Carpeaux, stamed: PROPRIETE / CARPEAUX / J.P and with the imperial eagle cachet
- H. 40 cm; 15 3/4 in.
Literature
RELATED LITERATURE
M. Poletti, A. Richarme, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux sculpteur, Paris, 2003, p. 92, no. DE 14.
M. Poletti, A. Richarme, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux sculpteur, Paris, 2003, p. 92, no. DE 14.
Condition
Some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The bronze is cast in sections, and stable original joints and plugs are slightly visible at both arms. There is minor dark spotting to the surface throughout. There is a minor dent to the proper left elbow, and there is some minor pitting around the same area. There is further minor pitting to the surface in areas. Otherwise, the condition of the bronze is good.
"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."