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Workshop of Jean-Baptiste Nini (1717-1786), French, late 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- four portrait reliefs of Louis XV, Benjamin Franklin, Suzanne Jarente de la Reyniere and the Baronne de Nivenheim
- terracotta, in gilt wood frames
- Workshop of Jean-Baptiste Nini (1717-1786), French, late 18th century
Suzanne de la Reyniere inscribed PIP to the reverse; and the Baronne de Nivenheim numbered 3.s. to the reverse and with two old labels to the reverse
Provenance
Christie's Paris, 5 December 2001, lots 6 to 8
Condition
Overall the condition of the terracottas is very good. There is some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age with some discolouration to the Louis XV and particular dirt to the truncation of Albertine. Each roundel has a drilled hole to the reverse for mounting. The roundel with Louis XV has two scratches to the background on either side of the head and a stable hairline fissure to the underside. There is a chip to the edge on the reverse.
There is some wear to the gilding on each of the frames. The reliefs are being held in place with nails.
"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
Louis XV signed and dated: J.B. NINI F. 1770 and inscribed: LOUIS XV PAR LA GRACE DE DIEU ROY TRES CHRETIEN MDCCLXX; Franklin signed and dated: NINI F 1777 twice and inscribed: B. FRANKLIN AMERICAIN; Suzanna de la Reyniere signed: I. NINI. F. and inscribed: SUZANNE JARENTE DE LA REYNIERE 1769 and PIP to the reverse; and the Baronne de Nivenheim signed: I. NINI F. and inscribed ALBERTINE NEE BARONNE DE NIVENHEIM. 1768 and numbered 3.s. to the reverse, with two old labels to the reverse
RELATED LITERATURE
A. Cerboni Baiardi and B. Sibille (eds.), Giovan Battista Nini 1717-1786. Da Urbino alle rive della Loita. Paesaggi e volt europei, Milan, 2001, pp. 184-87, 189-95 and 214-17, nos. 68, 71, 75 and 94