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    PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...

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    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    • Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic...
    Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... Sculpture, PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973). Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Vic... View More >
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    PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (French, 1841-1919) and RICHARD GUINO (French, 1890-1973)
    Grande Vénus victorieuse (Large Venus Victorious), 1914-15
    Original plaster
    71 inches (180.3 cm) high
    Published by Vollard, Paris

    THE RENOIR COLLECTION

    With her weight rested on her right hip, holding a drape in her left hand and the golden apple in her right, this standing female nude is said to be the culmination of Renoir's sculptural works. Transforming paradox into perfection, Renoir marries contradictory attributes to personify his idea of female quintessence. Vénus victorieuse the Woman is majestic yet simple, engaged and yet isolated, familiar but also obscure. With this sculpture, Renoir redefines classical theme and form to portray the eternal beauty of Woman - a leitmotiv apparent in much of his work.

    LITERATURE:
    P. Haesaerts, Renoir Sculptor, New York, 1947, p. 24, no. 6, illustrations of another cast pls. XIV-XXI.

    NOTE:
    This original foundry plaster is copyright protected.

    *Please note, this lot will remain in New York at the following address after the auction. The winning bidder should contact Abel Privado at (214) 409-1379 or AbelP@HA.com to make pick-up/shipping arrangements.

    WelPak Corporation
    58-60 Grand Avenue
    Maspeth, NY 11378
    Tel (718) 391-0155
    Fax (718) 391-0154
    www.welpakcorp.com

    More information about PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR, also known as Renoir, Pierre-Auguste, Pierre Auguste Renoir, Renoir, Auguste, Renoir, Pierre August, Renoir, Pierre-Auguste, Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

    Condition Report*: Please note: This original plaster is copyright protected. Wear and tear commensurate with age, with some restoration.
    *Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.

    Auction Info

    Auction Dates
    September, 2013
    19th Thursday
    Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
    Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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