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Apollon du Belvédère France, vers 1800, d'après l'Antique
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- Apollon du Belvédère
- en bronze à patine brune
- Haut. 33 cm
- Height 12 3/4 in
Literature
RÉFÉRENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
F. Haskell et N. Penny, Pour l'amour de l'antique. La statuaire Gréco-Romaine et le goût Européen 1500-1900, New Haven et Londres, 1981, no.78, pp. 174-177.
F. Haskell et N. Penny, Pour l'amour de l'antique. La statuaire Gréco-Romaine et le goût Européen 1500-1900, New Haven et Londres, 1981, no.78, pp. 174-177.
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is a slightly visible original joint above the proper left knee, with a possible large plug slightly visible to the inner side (there is a small round plug within this); the nature of the casting here is not entirely clear. There is a large oval shaped plug towards the rear of the base. There are a few streaks of dirt down both legs, particularly to the proper right inner thigh, where there are also a few spots of greening. The figure is cast separately to the base with joints visible.
"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
Le marbre antique de l'Apollon est mentionné pour la première fois en 1509 dans les jardins du Cardinal Giuliano della Rovere, et sera placé ensuite dans la Cour du palais du Belvédère. C'est en 1544 qu'une fonte grandeur nature sera réalisée par Primatice pour François Ier à Fontainebleau. En 1797, suivant les termes du traité de Tolentino, le marbre antique fera son entrée principale à Paris, mais retourne à Rome en 1816.