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Tête de Sénèque en bronze Italie, Naples, XIXe siècle, d'après l'Antique
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Tête de Sénèque en bronze
- bronze à patine verte, les yeux incrustés en marbre
- Haut. (buste) 34,5 cm; larg. 24 cm; Haut. totale 45 cm
- Height (head) 13 1/2 in; width 9 1/2 in; complete height 17 3/4
socle en marbre jaune de Sienne
Literature
REFERENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE:
F. Haskel, N. Penny, Pour l'Amour de l'Antique. La Statuaire gréco-romaine et le goût européen, Paris, 1988
Condition
Very good condition overall. Very crisp bronze cast with green patina, some oxidation to the surface. Remains of plaster in the inside of the bronze head. A few minor chips to the edges of the marble.
Very decorative piece.
Saleroomnotice:
Please note that this bronze is probably cast at the end of the 19th/or early 20th century.
"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."