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Danilo Cervietti
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Danilo Cervietti
- Priestess of Isis
white Carrara marble and Travertino Colorato, raised on a later rectangular white-veined marble pedestal (pedestal not illustrated)
- figure height 47 1/2 in., width 46 in., depth 18 1/2 in.; pedestal height 44 1/2 in., width 4 ft. 5 1/4 in., depth 21 in.
- 120.5 cm, 117 cm, 47 cm; 113 cm, 134.5 cm, 53 cm
signed D. CERVIETTI.
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation. The marble surface with traces of dirt consistent with handling that can easily be cleaned. Minor scratches and nicks to surface consistent with age. Visible seam and slight movement to both arms at joints beneath each arm bracelets. Wear and loss of carved detail to bird's head on headdress and a restoration now showing the glued piece. 2 minor chips of 1/4 in. square to bracelet on left arm and a visible restoration to edge of the bracelet on right arm. Some minor pitting to marble consistent with stone. Possible restoration to 2 fingers but not obvious to the naked eye. Minor chips to marble edges on pedestal.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.