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Luca Madrassi
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Luca Madrassi
- diana
- signed: L. MADRASSI. PARIS.
- white marble with gilt metal bow
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good. Thre is some minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are restored breaks to the little finger of the right hand and to the left wrist.
"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
Born in Tricessimo, Italy, Madrassi studied in Paris at the École des Beaux-Arts and then joined Carrier-Belleuse's studio. Although Italian by birth, Madrassi immersed himself in the French Academic System. He exhibited at the Salon from 1887, gained French citizenship and became a member of the Société des Artistes Française in 1890.
RELATED LITEARTURE
P.Kjellberg, Les Bronzes du XIXe siècle, Dictionnaire des Sculpteurs, Paris, 1987, p. 445-7; A. Panzetta, Nuovo dizionario degli scultori italiani, vol. 2, Turin, 2003, p. 170