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A rare Doccia Italian comedy figure of 'Il Capitano' circa 1760-65
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ceramics
- 13.5cm., 5¼in.
striking a theatrical pose, wearing a short tunic and long cloak, his stockings around his ankles (right hand restored)
Literature
For a slightly different version of the same rare model, together with a figure of Columbine from the same series, see an article by Alessandro Biancalana for the Quadrini of the Amici di Doccia, no.1, 2007, p. 48.
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Condition
Restoration to right hand
"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
A masked version of this same figure is illustrated in Commedia dell'Arte; Fest de Komödianten, pl. 266. The figure, in the Ludwig Collection at the Altes Rathaus, Bamberg, is tentatively attributed to Gaspero Bruschi