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Angelo Minghetti manufactory Italian, Bologna, 19th/ early 20th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Busts of Henri IV of France and Marie de Medicis
- Henri IV: monogrammed in blue glaze: AVF surmounted with a star, the interior inscribed in black paint: AVF, and with an old paper label numbered: 151
Marie de Médicis: the interior inscribed in black paint: AVF, and with an old paper label to the reverse numbered: 150 - polychromed and glazed terracotta
- Angelo Minghetti manufactory Italian, Bologna, 19th/ early 20th century
Condition
Overall the condition of the terracottas is good with minor dirt and wear to the surfaces consistent with age. There are some minor chips to the glazes, including to the edges. There are a few small losses to the back of the busts at the bottom.
Henri IV: There are a number of stable firing fissures, including to the top of the head and forehead. There are a number of areas of discoloured overpainting, including to the back of the head, eyes, proper left eyebrow and moustache. There are some restored stable firing fissures running vertically and horizontally across the chest. There is particular wear to the glaze around the neck.
Marie de Médicis: There are a number of stable firing fissures, including to the face. Some firing fissures are restored, including to the chest at both sides. A section of the ruff at the front on the proper left side may be reattached. One or two of the pearls around the neck and hat may have been reattached. There are a few drill holes in the shoulders. There are a number of areas of discoloured overpainting, including to the eyes, nose, and mouth. There may be restoration around the neck.
"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
Angelo Minghetti (1822-1892) worked in Imola before starting his own factory in Bologna. During the late 19th century, his company was widely renowned for making excellent reproductions of Renaissance maiolica objects, some of which were later sold as genuine Renaissance pieces.