LOUIS CHALON | Danseuse a la pieuvre (Dancer with an Octopus)

Overall, the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is minor greening to the crevices of the drapery. The condition of the veined green marble base is very good, with a few very minor chips to the edges and corners. There is minor oxidisation to the gilding of the base's mount.
"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.
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The multi-talented Louis Chalon was not only a sculptor, but also a painter and an illustrator. He exhibited in the Salon between 1898 and 1911, and rapidly became known for his busts, antique and mythological subjects, and a variety of Art Nouveau-style bronzes. The present model, an example of the latter category, shows flowing drapery and the amusing addition of the octopus.