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Apollon travail franco-flamand, première moitié du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- Apollon
- terre cuite
- Haut. 53 cm
- Height 20 3/4 in
Condition
Very good condition overall with a few minor chips to the surface at several places and minor surface dust. Apollon's left foot restored, and there is a small restored lack to the column.
"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
Assis sur des pierres jonchées de ruines, vêtu d'une simple chlamyde et chaussé de sandales, Apollon joue de la lyre. Son pied est posé sur un fût de colonne autour duquel s'enroule le serpent Python. Arrivé à Delphes où la nymphe Telphousa l'avait envoyé pour qu'il y établisse son oracle, Apollon a dû vaincre le serpent Python qui terrorisait la population. En l'honneur du monstre, Apollon crée des jeux funèbres qui prirent ensuite le nom de jeux Pythiques. Tous les quatre ans, on célébrait à Delphes la venue du dieu dans le sanctuaire par des Péans, chants de triomphe.