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Lorenzo Bartolini (1777-1850), Italian, Florence, 1827
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bust of Giovanni Battista Niccolini
- signed and dated: BARTOLINI SCOLPí FIRENZE 1827
- marble, on a serpentine socle
- Italian, Florence, 1827
the socle inscribed: NICCOLINI
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is a minor naturally occurring vein on the proper right shoulder and some further naturally occurring discolourations in the marble including to the top of the proper right ear. There is a small chip to the proper left ear and the front right corner of the base is loose.
"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
Niccolini (1782-1861) was a famous poet and playwright of the Risorgimento.
RELATED LITERATURE
S. Pinto and E. Spalletti (eds.), Lorenzo Bartolini, exh. cat. Palazzo Pretorio, Prato, 1978, p. 81, no. 12
RELATED LITERATURE
S. Pinto and E. Spalletti (eds.), Lorenzo Bartolini, exh. cat. Palazzo Pretorio, Prato, 1978, p. 81, no. 12