- 102
Italian, circa 1700
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Minerva
- bronze, on a later verde antico and speckled red and beige marble base
- Italian, circa 1700
Provenance
Frederick John Nettlefold, London, 1930's
Literature
The Collection of bronzes and castings in brass and ormulu formed by Mr F.J. Nettlefold, London, 1934, pl. 35, p. 119
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is particular wear to the patina at the high points. There are remnants of an original lacquer patina. There are a few small lacunae, including in the helmet. There are a few small original casting plugs. There are three holes for mounting, and a fourth in the drapery below the proper left leg, which has been filled with a plug. There is some wear to the base. The bronze appears to have been glued to the base at some point.
"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
Compare with the Venetian, 17th-/ 18th-century, bronze figure of Minerva from the Koelliker collection, which was sold in these rooms on 3 December 2008, lot 121.