LOT DETAILS

Materials:

Bronze

Size Notes:

Height: 10 in.

Edition:

this reduction conceived in 1898 and cast in an editionbetween 63-69 between 1898-1918 by the Barbédienne Foundry

Markings:

Inscribed Rodinand with the foundry mark F. Barbedienne.Fondeur; stamped S (on the underside)

Condition:

Burnished dark brown patina. Some dust in the deeper crevices. There is a thin crack around the proper left wrist of the male figure, which is a Roman joint and inherent to the casting process. Otherwise, fine. This work is in good condition. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Literature:

Private Collection, United States (and sold: Sotheby’s, New York, September 30, 1999, lot 1);
Acquired at the above sale

Provenance:

This work will be included in the forthcoming Catalogue Critique de l'oeuvre sculpté d'Auguste Rodin currently being prepared by the Comité Rodin in collaboration with Galerie Brame & Lorenceau under the direction of Jérôme Le Blay under the archive number 2019-595BB.