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A rare Capodimonte group of a dentist and female patient (Il Cavadenti), modelled by G. Gricci, circa 1750
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
- 18cm, 7 1/8 in
the unfortunate patient seated grimacing and struggling as the bewigged dentist roughly grasps her chin from behind, an implement in his raised right hand, on a shaped plain base (some restoration, minor chips)
Provenance
With Vandermeersch, Paris, November 1996
Condition
her hand restored, chips to edge of his white cloak at rear
"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
Two other models are known, one illustrated by F. Stazzi, op. cit., Milan, 1972, n.101, p.294. and G. Morazzoni, S.Levy, op. cit., Milan, 1960, Vol.II, pl.326; the other sold by Sotheby's London, November 21st, 2000, lot 18.