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after a model by Giambologna (1529-1608) Italian, 17th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- a bronze figure of Venus bathing
- resting her left knee on a triangular pedestal whilst she bends over to remove a thorn, mid brown patina
- Italian, 17th Century
Condition
Overall condition good with some wear to the patina, the underside with drill-hole for attachment.
"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
This model of Venus, originating in the workshop of Giambologna, is more often known as a two figure group with the addition of a standing Cupid taking his mother's arm. Other versions are in the Musée des Beaux Arts, Dijon and the Staatliche Museen, Berlin. A cast of the two figure version, by Antonio Susini, is in the Metropolitan Museum, New York.
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Avery & A. Radcliffe, Giambologna 1529-1608: Sculptor to the Medici, exh. cat., Victoria & Albert Museum, (London, 1978) no. 8, p. 66
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Avery & A. Radcliffe, Giambologna 1529-1608: Sculptor to the Medici, exh. cat., Victoria & Albert Museum, (London, 1978) no. 8, p. 66