signed JB Carpeaux on the back of the proper left shoulder.

Standard surface abrasion and minor chipping throughout. Some losses to areas of diadem and leaves in wreath. Some further losses to flowers and leaves on her décolletage. Small chips to lower edges of base.
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.

The model of Le Printemps, also known as Flore, was first created by Carpeaux in 1870. The present model is either part of a posthumous series or could very well have been produced by the renowned Maison Susse (see their 1910 catalogue where Le Printemps is listed at a height of 54 cm. and for a price of 1000 francs).

RELATED LITERATURE
Michel Poletti and Alain Richarme, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, sculpteur: catalogue raisonné de l'oeuvre édité, Paris, 2003, BU 40, p. 143