AFTER FRANÇOIS RUDE, A BRONZE GROUP ‘THE EDUCATION OF ACHILLES BY THE CENTAUR CHIRON’, 19TH CENTURY

AFTER FRANÇOIS RUDE (FRENCH, 1784- 1855), A BRONZE GROUP 'THE EDUCATION OF ACHILLES BY THE CENTAUR CHIRON' 19TH CENTURY approximately 43cm high, base 45cm wideProvenance:The Simon Neal Collection. Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Lacking some small elements- lyre to bottom left corner, main bow, lower section of arrow/sword to centaur's left hand. Overall fairly greenish areas of surface interspersed with darker patination. Small areas such as Achilles face with possible later repatination. The surface slightly rough in areas and drapery section which had lyre on it loose/partially fixed to base. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items.We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of descriptionAll lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer