JEAN-LÉON GÉRÔME | MARY MAGDALENE
JEAN-LÉON GÉRÔME
French
1824 - 1904
MARY MAGDALENE
signed: J. L. GEROME inscribed: SIOT-DECAUVILLE and stamped: 735I
bronze, gilt, red, green and mid-brown patina, tinted marble, semi-precious stones and coloured pastes, on a nero portoro marble base
bronze: 50cm., 19⅝in. high
base: 2.8 by 18cm., 1⅛ by 7⅛in.
Condition Report:
Overall the condition of the bronze and marble is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The pieces of jewellery are each composed of two sections applied to the marble; glue used to fix them is visible in a few places. A few of the pieces of jewellery may be reattached. There appears to be a restored break at the proper left wrist. Joints are visible where the marble is attached to the bronze, together with adhesive solution; it is possible that the marble pieces may have been reattached/ strengthened in the past. There are a few small chips to the marble base, including a slightly larger one at the front. The figure is slightly loose on the 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. 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."
Provenance:
Private collection, Paris
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JEAN-LÉON GÉRÔME
French
1824 - 1904
MARY MAGDALENE
signed: J. L. GEROME inscribed: SIOT-DECAUVILLE and stamped: 735I
bronze, gilt, red, green and mid-brown patina, tinted marble, semi-precious stones and coloured pastes, on a nero portoro marble base
bronze: 50cm., 19⅝in. high
base: 2.8 by 18cm., 1⅛ by 7⅛in.
Condition Report:
Overall the condition of the bronze and marble is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The pieces of jewellery are each composed of two sections applied to the marble; glue used to fix them is visible in a few places. A few of the pieces of jewellery may be reattached. There appears to be a restored break at the proper left wrist. Joints are visible where the marble is attached to the bronze, together with adhesive solution; it is possible that the marble pieces may have been reattached/ strengthened in the past. There are a few small chips to the marble base, including a slightly larger one at the front. The figure is slightly loose on the 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. 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."
Provenance:
Private collection, Paris
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