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Paire de bustes d'Acis et Galatée, Italie, Gênes, vers 1700
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Paire de bustes d'Acis et Galatée
- en marbre blanc ; sur un piédouche en marbre blanc
- Haut. 80 cm; height 31 1/2 in.
Galatée, le corps enveloppé d'un drap fluide, la chevelure attachée en un chignon orné d'un collier de perles, coiffée d'un diadème en forme de coquille, une longue mêche retombant sur ses épaules; Acis, le regard dirigé dans le lointain, un tissu fluide drapé sur son épaule, il porte une flûte de pan attaché autour du cou
Literature
Kunst in der Republik Genua (1528-1815), cat. exp., KunsthalleFrankfurt, 1992, p. 252, no. 141 (ill.). G. Bresc-Bautier, Les Sculptures européennes du musée du Louvre, Paris, 2006, p.183.
Condition
Overall good condition with some weathering to the surface with some erosion due to outside exposure. A few minor chips to the edges of the drapery and the hair, and some minor surface dirt with some grey natural veining to the marble. Very nice busts which can be recommended.
"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
Cette charmante paire de bustes des deux amants Acis et Galatée a vraisemblablement été sculptée à Gênes ou dans ses environs. Les traits délicats des visages et leurs expressions bienveillantes, ainsi que le traitement recherché des drapés et la manière dont ils s'enroulent autour des torses rappellent les bustes de Giacomo Antonio Ponsanelli (1649-1735), élève du Génois Filippo Parodi (1630-1702), dont celui de la Diane du musée du Louvre (inv. no RF 3649). Ovide, dans les Métamorphoses, relate les amours tragiques du jeune berger Acis, fils de Pan, et de la nymphe marine Galatée. En effet, le cyclope jaloux Polyphème, épris de la nymphe, écrase son rival Acis sous un rocher gigantesque.