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Vénus Médicis Italo-Flamand, XVIIe siècle, d'après l'Antique
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Vénus Médicis
- en bronze à patine brun foncée
- Haut. bronze 28 cm; haut. socle 10 cm
- Height of bronze: 11 1/4 in; height of base 10 3/4 in
Literature
RÉFÉRENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
F. Haskell, N. Penny, Pour l'Amour de l'Antique, New Haver, London, 1981, p.359-362, n°177.
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is a small drilled hole to the top of the head. There are two slightly open stable original casting joints to the tops of each arm. There are a few slight fissures, including to the front and back of the neck. There are a few small casting flaws and some nicks and scratches to the back. There are remnants of old lacquers. There is some dryness to the patina, including at the chest. There is a small pin/ plug to the top of the proper right foot and a slight short pour to the side of the big toe. There is wear the the edges of the socle.
"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."