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JEAN ALEXANDRE JOSEPH FALGUIÈRE | Bust of Léon Gambetta (1838 - 1882)
估價
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
招標截止
描述
- Jean Alexandre Joseph Falguière
- Bust of Léon Gambetta (1838 - 1882)
- signed: A. Falguière, stamped: THIEBAUT FRERES / FONDEURS / PARIS and inscribed: Offert au Cerile Ripullieaui / par M Maniellin Pellet / le dernier des 363.
- bronze, dark brown patina
- 58cm, 22 7/8 in.
Condition
Overall, the condition of the bronze is very good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is minor rubbing to the patina at the high points, including to the top of the nose. There is an area of greening to the front and to the side of the base, in particular at the bottom. There are a few minor nicks to the edges of the base.
"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."