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AN IMPRESSIVE MARBLE BUST OF HOMER SIGNED AND DATED GIUSEPPE PISANI 1796
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 AUD
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Description
- AN IMPRESSIVE MARBLE BUST OF HOMER SIGNED AND DATED GIUSEPPE PISANI 1796
- 56cm high
A Native of Carrara, Pisani worked in Rome and Modena before travelling to Vienna in 1798 in the service of the Este family. This work is a fine example of his accomplished carving technique with deep undercutting and careful polish
Provenance
Sothebys London, 10th December 2004, Sale LO4233, lot 100
Condition
some wear consistent with handling and slight discolouring minor losses
"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."