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A. Batacchi
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A. batacchi
- Nymph et Papillion
- signed A. Batacchi/Florence
- carved Carrara marble and green granite
- sculpture: height 47 1/2 in.; pedestal height 35 1/2 in.
- 121 cm; 90 cm
Condition
Overall in good condition. No repair or breaks to the fingers or toes which are the usual breaking areas for a sculpture. Overall visible dirt to surface consistent with touching, and extensive dirt visible to crevices. All of those dirt areas can be professionally cleaned with a non-acidic soap and water. There are some paint drippings to the top of the sculpture and on her left forearm that can also be removed. One can notice 6 dots on the original surface of the sculpture and as a result are dark and visible. This dirt can also be removed. We would like to advise the succesful buyer to have the surface cleaned.
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.