Lot 505
  • 505

Manner of Claude-Michel, called Clodion 1738-1814

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Satyr holding up a tazza of fruit
  • terracotta
  • height 15 3/8 in.; 39 cm

Provenance

Cyril Humphris, London

Exhibited

Chicago 1987-1988, no. 18

Condition

Standard surface abrasions, some chipping and small losses. Probably broken and repaired but well-done. Some firing cracks. Restorations include: head and neck, proper right arm, some of fruit-filled platter, part of his legs (and fur on back), part of shawl, hooves and base. Surface applied with terracotta-covered slip or pigment. Nicely modeled, decorative and stable.
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