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Antoine-Louis Barye
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Antoine-Louis Barye
- Milan emportant un lièvre (Kite carrying off a hare) Ours assis (A seated bear) and Tortue sur plinthe carrée (turtle) (three works)
each signed: BARYE (on the base)
each: bronze, dark brown patina
- the largest: 6 by 6 in. (15.2 by 15.2 cm)
- the smallest: 2 by 5 1/4 in. (5.1 by 13.3 cm)
Literature
M. Poletti & A. Richarme, Barye Catalogue Raisonné des Sculptures, Paris, p. 343 no. A202ꦿ, p. 129 no. A8, p.34ꦡ8 no. A207 (2)
Condition
Kite: there is a crack under the wings on the body where the piece is joined, some ligt surface dirt
The other two casts are in good condition, there is some light surface dirt.
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.