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Jean-Léon Gérôme
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Léon Gérôme
- La joueuse de boules (the Ball Player)
- signed: J.L. Gérome and stamped: SIOT-PARIS and: Z201
- gilt bronze, on an onyx socle
Provenance
Christie's London, 12 June 2012, lot 84
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is beautiful original enamel inlay to the eyes. There is minor dark spotting to the gilt patina. There are some minor abrasions including to the proper right hip and to the proper right shoulder blade. There is an original reddish patina to the hair and terrasse and also some original green to the terrasse. There are minor chips and abrasions to the onyx including chips to one corner in particular.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
G. Ackerman, The Life and Work of Jean-Léon Gérôme with a Catalogue Raisonné, London and New York, 1986, p. 326, no. 57
G. Ackerman, The Life and Work of Jean-Léon Gérôme with a Catalogue Raisonné, London and New York, 1986, p. 326, no. 57