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Pietro Bazzanti
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Pietro Bazzanti
- il tempo prezioso (time is precious)
- signed: P. BAZZANTI FIRENZE and entitled: IL TEMPO PREZIOSO
white marble
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good. There is some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are some minor inclusions including one to the proper left shoulder.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Pietro Bazzanti was a central figure in the production of Florentine sculpture at the end of the 19th century. He is associated with the sculptors Cesare Lapini, Ferdinando Vichi and Guglielmo Pugi, all of whom executed works bearing the inscription Galleria Bazzanti. The gallery, originally Bazzanti's studio, is still open today.
The proverbial title is typical of Bazzanti's oeuvre which concentrates on allegorical and genre subjects. The young girl amply illustrates it as she tries to crochet and read her book at the same time, whilst the ball of wool threatens to roll off her lap.
The proverbial title is typical of Bazzanti's oeuvre which concentrates on allegorical and genre subjects. The young girl amply illustrates it as she tries to crochet and read her book at the same time, whilst the ball of wool threatens to roll off her lap.