FRENCH, 18TH CENTURY, AFTER BARTHÉLEMY PRIEUR (15366-1611), LEAPING BULL | Leaping bull

In overall good condition with wear to the patina and surface dirt at several places, particularly in the crevices, consistent with age and handling. There is some wear to the thick dark brown patina at several places, particularly to the tail and high points. Minor chips are visible along the edges of the wooden base, consistent with age and handling.
"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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Ce sujet était autrefois attribué au Maître des Figures de Genre avant d'être identifié au corpus des petits bronzes animaliers de Prieur décrits dans son inventaire après décès. Un bronze du même modèle a été vendu par Sotheby 's Paris, le 17 juin 2015, lot 181 (22 500 €).