Lot 202
- 202
Eugène-Antoine Aizelin
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Eugène-Antoine Aizelin
- Pandora
- signed: E NE AiZELiN. F IT 1863., inscribed: F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR., and with the REDUCTION MECANIQUE A. COLLAS BREVETE pastille
- bronze, dark brown patina, on a black marble base
Provenance
Sablon, Brussels, 1995
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is rubbing to the patina at the high points. There are a few areas of flaking to the patina, including to the face, the top of the head, the proper left shoulder, and the bronze base. The areas with loss to the patina are slightly dry. There are also a few scratches to the face. There are a few minor nicks to the edges of the bronze base.
The black marble base is in very good condition with some minor chips at the edges.
"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."