'The Praying Woman' by A. Moreau
Excellent condition. Signed by artist. Authenticity Certificate.
Current owner since early 1980's is Christine Hall of Lexington, Kentucky. She purchased this Tiffany bronze at an Art Gallery Auction from the estate of James Dolen who owned it since 1950's.
Gallery/Dealer
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Dear Gwen,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the appraisal.
The presented object appears to be a patinated bronze with unknown measurements. This statue depicts a young woman folding her hands. The base appears to be signed by the French sculptor Auguste MOREAU (1834-1917). In this case, this is a later recast or copy after Moreau as we can see from the condition of the surface and the details. It was made in the 20th century.
Comparable objects were recently offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in good condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 300 to 600 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
George
