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Circle of Alessandro Algardi (1598-1654) Italian, 17th/ early 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- bust of Christ
- white marble on a purple marble base
- Italian, 17th/ early 18th century
inscribed in red ink: F.678 in pencil: 584 L and 139. in black ink on a white label
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is a reattached chip to the lower lip and there are a few minor chips including the proper right nostril and possibly a curl at the proper right shoulder.
"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
The present bust relates closely to several of Algardi's busts and figures of saints. Compare to the gilt bronze bust of St James the Greater in Il Gesù in Rome.
RELATED LITERATURE
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven/ London, 1985, vol. II, pp. 356-7, no. 52, fig. 198