- 183
A Capodimonte figure of an eel seller, modelled by G. Gricci, circa 1750
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
- 15.2cm, 6in high
wearing a turban and a short puce coat, proffering an eel from the covered box upon which he leans, on a mossy rockwork base (some restoration and chips)
Condition
left hand restored, tiny chips to collar,box and cloak
"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
This figure belong to the series of models depicting the sellers and the characteristic human typologies crowding the markets and streets of Naples in their daily activity, shown with attention to the social and human 18th century context. For a full discussion of "Le voci di Napoli" see A.Caròla-Perrotti, op.cit., Naples, 1986, p. 187-189.