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Antoine-Louis Barye
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- Jaguar dévorant un lièvre (Jaguar devouring a hare)
- signed: A.L. BARYE and inscribed F. BARBEDIENNE.FONDEUR. (on the base)
- bronze, dark green and brown patina
- 16 1/8 by 38 1/4 in.
- 40.9 by 97.2 cm
Literature
M. Poletti & A. Richarme, Barye Catalogue Raisonné des Sculptures, Paris, p. 236, no. A96
Condition
The cast is in excellent condition; the patina has been rubbed off from the top of the jaguar's head. There is a one inch repair or minor abrasion on the right hind leg of the jaguar it is in the shape of an upside-down V.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.