- 185
A Capodimonte figure of a gentleman, modelled by G. Gricci, circa 1750
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
- 16cm, 6 1/4 high
a spaniel puppy under his arm, wearing a black tricorn hat, bright yellow jacket, long pink-lined red cloak and puce breeches, on a plain rockwork base (some restoration and minor chips)
Condition
left hand, spaniel's ear and edges of hat restored, flat chip to tail of cloak, tiny chip to jacket
"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 belongs to the series of boys and girls holding a dog published by A. Caròla-Perrotti, op. cit., Naples, 1986, n.141,142, pp.201,202, but is very rare for the rich quality of the colour palette and the elegance of the suit and hat. A similar figure was sold by Sotheby's Milan, December, 19th, 2006, Lot 294.