Lot 40
- 40
After Germain Pilon (circa 1525-1590) France, probably 18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Henri II
- lead bust
- metal
- 70 x 64 x 23,5 cm; 27 1/2 by 25 by 9 1/3 in.
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of the Baron von Cassel ; his sale, Georges Giroux Gallery, Brussels, 20th September 1953, Lot 183 ; Belgian private collection.
Exhibited
Cent vingt cinquième anniversaire de la Société royale de numismatique de Belgique, KBR, Bruxelles, 1966, no. 2013.
Literature
Related literature:
J-R. Gaborit, G. Bresc-Bautier, Sculpture française II - Renaissance et temps modernes, musée du Louvre, Paris, 1998, p. 534.
J-R. Gaborit, G. Bresc-Bautier, Sculpture française II - Renaissance et temps modernes, musée du Louvre, Paris, 1998, p. 534.
Condition
Good condition overall with a few minor dents and scratches to the surface at several places, consistent with age and handling. A few casting holes visible at several places. Minor surface dirt in the crevices, could be removed easily. Very decorative bust. Cast fairly raw with the casting flaws visible at several places. The square integral base of an irregular shape.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The model for this portrait of Henri II (1519-1559) is an alabaster bust in the Louvre museum (inv. no. MR 1635). It was formerly in the collection of the Cardinal Richelieu, together with the portrait busts of Charles IX and Henri III (Louvre museum, inv. no. MR 1634 and MR 1636). Then in the collection of the Duke of Orléans, the three busts were on display in his galleries of the Palais-Royal and later in his castle of Raincy. Saved by Alexandre Lenoir from the Revolutionary destructions, the busts entered the collections of what became the Louvre museum.