Silver, Glass and Ceramics

December 12, 2012

LOT 238

Lot 238

Antoine-Louis Barye (French, 1796-1875)

Antoine-Louis Barye (French, 1796-1875)
Lot 238 Details
Antoine-Louis Barye (French, 1796-1875)

JAGUAR DEVOURING A CROCODILE

patinated bronze group on naturalistic base
3.1" x 9.1" — 7.9 x 23.1 cm.
incised signature BARYE

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Sotheby's, New York, May 14, 1976; Property of the Estate of Dorothy Davenport Buckley, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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