After a model attributed to Giuglielmo della Porta (circa 1500-1577) Italian, Rome, late 16th/ early 17th century

The overall condition of the bronze is good with minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are few minor nicks, in particular to the calves and the back. There are some minor losses to the gilding, including areas to the back of the arms, the proper left buttock, the proper left heel, proper right knee, to the hair and proper left cheek. There are remnants of nails left in the holes through the feet and to the back of the head (the latter possibly for a lost crown of thorns). There are a few minor hairline casting fissures, including to the back of the proper right arm, to the underside of the proper left arm, and to the proper left middle finger. There is a small lacuna under the perizonium. There are some minor areas of white pigment, including under the perizonium.
"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.
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A particularly impressive cast of the present model can be found in the Convent of Porta Coeli, Valladolid.

RELATED LITERATURE
J. Urrea (ed.), Los Leoni (1509-1608). Escultores del Rinacimiento italiano al servicio de la corte de Espana, exh. cat. Museo del Prado, Madrid, 1994, pp. 158-160, no. 23