- 84
After a model attributed to Alessandro Algardi (1598-1654) Italian, Rome, circa 1700
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Christ falling on the road to Calvary
- gilt bronze
- After a model attributed to Alessandro Algardi (1598-1654) Italian, Rome, circa 1700
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 13 November 1975, lot 105, to the British Rail Pension Fund,
its sale, Sotheby's London, 4 July 1996, lot 43
its sale, Sotheby's London, 4 July 1996, lot 43
Literature
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven/ London, 1985, p. 323, no. 11.C.4
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good. There is some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age including dirt to the crevices and some rubbing to the gilding. A few minor stable hairline casting fissures are visible on the surface. There is a hole to the proper right shoulder where the cross was mounted.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven/ London, 1985, p. 322-324, no. 11; J. Montagu, Roman Baroque sculpture. The industry of art, 1989, p. 195
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven/ London, 1985, p. 322-324, no. 11; J. Montagu, Roman Baroque sculpture. The industry of art, 1989, p. 195