Lot 206: ATTRIBUÉ À JEAN-BAPTISTE BOUDARD, 1710-1768 PORTRAIT D'UN COUPLE D'ARISTOCRATES | Portrait d'un Couple d'Aristocrates

paire de bustes en terre cuite; sur des piédouches en marbre blanc

Haut. 64 et 69 cm; height 25 and 27 in.

paire de bustes en terre cuite; sur des piédouches en marbre blanc

Very good condition overall with no visible accidents or restauration. Nose tips may have been slightly retouched, the surface of the terracotta appears to have been cleaned, a few minor chips to the edges of the drapery; the white marble bases with some veining a few minor chips to the edges. An attribution to BOUDARD seems very plausible. Very attractive busts in very good condition overall which can be highly recommended.
"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."

F. Barocelli, Jean-Baptiste Boudard 171-1768, cat. exp., Parme, 1990, p.98, n° 118.