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A pair of North Italian patinated bronze figural chenets, after Niccolo Roccatagliata in 17th century style
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- 92cm. high.
modelled in full round, the trapezoid central piece with satyrs and female masks, the base centred by a queen seated on a lion, probably Ariadne, flanked by putti and dragons
Condition
In reasonably good condition, cast in three parts, joints slightly loose, each chenet lacking one dragon head finial and paw feet of each outer dragon, one small putto lacking arm, each putto lacking staff/shaft supposed to be holding in one hand, queens and two putti with small metal loss to legs, metal surface under lions of one chenet restored and one with small metal loss, one large putto lacking parts of 'wood' branches.
"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."