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John Henning, 1771-1851 Reliefs d'après les frises du Parthénon, vers 1820-30
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- John Henning
- Reliefs d'après les frises du Parthénon
- signé J. HENNING près des roues du char, à droite sur la seconde frise
- trois reliefs en plâtre; dans un même encadrement postérieur en bois
- 27 cm x 100 cm; 10 2/3 in by 39 1/3 in
Condition
Very good condition overall with some minor surface dirt. A few chips to the surface of the plaster. One fissure to the right side of the top frieze. Joints visible inbetween. A few chips to the edges of the frame. Very decorative piece.
"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
Menuisier de formation, John Henning se tourna vers la sculpture pour consacrer plus de douze années de sa carrière à la réalisation de maquettes en réduction des frises du Parthénon. Installé à Londres en 1811, il est fortement impressionné par les marbres nouvellement arrivés et exposés, à l'époque, à Burlington House. Il parvient à obtenir l'accord de Lord Elgin pour le laisser entreprendre ce projet dont, malheureusement, il ne tirera aucun bénéfice commercial.