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JEAN-AUGUSTE BARRE (1811-1896), FRENCH, CIRCA 1852, | Prince Louis Napoleon
估價
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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描述
- Prince Louis Napoleon
- patinated plastersigned and dated A.Barre Fecit 1852
- 72.5 x 54 cm; 28 1/2 x 21 1/3 in.
Condition
Surface dirt throughout the bust, notably in the crevices, consistent with age and handling. There are a few chips to the high points in some places and along the edges of the bust and the edges of the base. A few losses are visible, notably to the back - along the lower edge of the base and the lower edge of the bust - and to the proper right front corner. Old losses are visible on both epaulettes, to the back. A few minor losses and scratches are visible in some places. Otherwise in good condition overall.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
Sought after for his small size full-length portraits of renowned actresses and dancers, such as Fanny Essler, Marie Taglioni or Rachel, Jean-Auguste Barre was also the official portraitist of Napoleon III and his family. Elected President of the Republic in December 1848, Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte became the Emperor Napoleon II by a coup d'état on 2 December 1851. More than twenty-five different likenesses of him were created, helping to legitimise his authority. On 7 May 1852, the Ministry of Interior commissioned Barre to carve a marble of the present model and five further marbles were subsequently made. Two bronze casts are also known, both in the National Archives.