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Vincenzo Gemito
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Vincenzo Gemito
- L'Acquaiolo (the water carrier)
- stamped: PROPRIETA ARTISTICA numbered 55 inscribed on the back of the base: DALL' ORIGINALE/PROPTA DEL RE DI NAPOLI/SM. FRANCESCO II/NAPOLI GEMITO. and with the FONDERIA GEMITO NAPOLI stamp
- bronze, dark brown patina
Provenance
Baron Oscar de Mesnil de Volkrange;
Private collection, Belgium;
Sotheby's London, 13 November 2007, lot 128A
Private collection, Belgium;
Sotheby's London, 13 November 2007, lot 128A
Condition
The overall condition of the bronze is very good with minro dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small knicks and casting flaws to the base. There are a few areas of greening including to the proper right hand and wrist. There is dirt in the crevices and hair.
"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."