Lot 39 , Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (French, 1824-1887). A parcel gilt bronze and ivory figure, 'Liseuse', height 60cm

Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (French, 1824-1887). A parcel gilt bronze and ivory figure, 'Liseuse', the medieval lady standing reading a book, signed in the bronze, on integral socle with title plaque stating 'Grand Prix du Salon', ivory submission reference: 3VJRGY1R height 60cm
£800-1,200

Condition:
Honest untouched condition, bronze has a dull chocolate brown finish, lighter bronze or gilded areas are rather dirty and dusty, one patch of wear or rubbing running down in the middle fold of her skirt, ivory face has perhaps slipped a little and has dropped down leaving a white line showing where it meets her veil, hands look dirty but otherwise good. Oxidisation throughout and notably around the base.

Sold for £1,000