French Patinated Bronze of "Ete", first quarter 20th century, after Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (French, 1824-1887), cast signature along edge of self-base, h. 28-1/4", w. 9-1/2", d. 8-1/4", together with a carved and gilt-accented wooden cluster-column plinth, h. 44-3/4", overall, h. 73". A plaque attached to the front of this sculpture reveals it was presented by the Association Polytechnique to Monsieur E. Girard, a Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur in 1900.

Conditions of Sale

- All sales are final - no refunds.
- Artwork in its original condition may be returned within 5 days of purchase against store credit only, valid for one year.
- No returns of custom framed artwork, special orders, dedicated or commissioned items.
- Framing available through gallery. Allow 4-8 weeks for custom framing.
- All rights belonging to the holder of the copyright, including the production rights, shall remain with the Artist.
- NY State sales tax will be added to all NY State orders upon purchase.

Payment

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Shipping

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Taxes

- All sales are final - no refunds.
- Artwork in its original condition may be returned within 5 days of purchase against store credit only, valid for one year.
- No returns of custom framed artwork, special orders, dedicated or commissioned items.
- Framing available through gallery. Allow 4-8 weeks for custom framing.
- All rights belonging to the holder of the copyright, including the production rights, shall remain with the Artist.
- NY State sales tax will be added to all NY State orders upon purchase.

Condition

All sales are "As-is, where-is" and final. New Orleans Auction Galleries does not offer refunds. The absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is good condition or free of damage; bidders are strongly encouraged to a request a condition report for any lot in which they are interested.