ARISTIDE MAILLOL | Baigneuse Cladel

Conceived in 1920 and executed in an edition of 6.

Galerie Druet, Paris
Sale: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, Collection Charles Pacquement, October 12, 1932 (probably)
Georges Renand, Paris
Edouard & Jeannine Chapet, Paris (by descent)

John Rewald, Maillol, Paris, 1939, another version illustrated p. 118

Terracotta with a nice orange/pink patina. Examination under UV light reveals no evidence of retouching. There is an horizontal thin scratch running to the center of the figure's proper right arm, possibly relating to an accident. There are a few scattered nicks and some minor wear to the patina, most predominately to the most protuding elements. There is a small spot of light discolouration to the woman's dress, in between her feets. There is a light build-up of dust in the crevices. There is work is in overall good condition.
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The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Olivier Lorquin.