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Affortunato Gori
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Affortunato Gori
- A NORTH AFRICAN WARRIOR
signed A. Gori/PARIS
- white Carrara and brocatelle yellow Sienna marble and gilt bronze
- height 19 3/8 in.
- 49 cm
Literature
Pierre Kjellberg, Les Bronzes du XIXème Siècle, Dictionnaire des Sculpteurs, Paris 1994, p. 364, for the model
Stéphanie Richemond, Les Orientalistes: Dictionnaire des Sculpteurs, XIXe-XXe Siècles, Paris, 2008, p. 102, for the model
Stéphanie Richemond, Les Orientalistes: Dictionnaire des Sculpteurs, XIXe-XXe Siècles, Paris, 2008, p. 102, for the model
Condition
Overall in good condition. The marble with minor scratches and nicks. Some surface dirt consistent with age. The gilt bronze shows light wear, scattered oxidation points and light rubbing. The neck is loose and needs to be re-set by a professional conservator.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A similar model sold Sotheby's Paris, March 30, 2011, lot 55 for 28,350 EUR