Pablo Gargallo Bain de soleil | Sun Bath

Pablo Gargallo
1881 - 1934
Baño de sol (Sun Bath)
1932

bronze, warm brown patina
signed P. Gargallo (under the left hand), inscribed E. GODARD / Fondr and H.C.

9 ⅝ x 11 ¾ x 18 ⅛ in.

A letter from Pierrette Anguera-Gargolla, the artist's daughter, dated 21 December 1981, attests the authenticity of this bronze.
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Pablo Gargallo
1881 - 1934
Baño de sol (Bain de soleil)
1932

bronze à patine mordorée
signé P. Gargallo (sous la main gauche), inscrit E. GODARD / Fondr et H.C.

24,5 x 29 x 46 cm

Une lettre de Pierrette Anguera-Gargolla, fille de l'artiste, en date du 21 décembre 1981 atteste de l'authenticité de ce bronze.

Condition Report:
The bronze is in good condition overall, with minor surface dirt in he crevices. Minor wear to the patina, in particular to the high points, consistent with handling, in particular to the tip of her nose, hers knees and toes. Minor scratches in some places, also consistent with handling, notably underneath the bronze. Several minor casting flaws in some places, consistent with the casting technique. Three drilling holes to the underside of the bronze.

Provenance:
Acquis en 1981 après de Pierrette Anguera-Gargollo, fille de l'artiste (en échange d'un bronze de Carpeaux)