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Raffaello Romanelli 1856 - 1928 "APOLLO and DAPHNE", a life size carved Carrara mable group after Gian Lorenzo Bernini Florence, circa 1900
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Raffaello Romanelli
- Daphne and Apollo
- Inscribed on base
- White Carrara marble
- height: 8 ft.
- 244 cm
inscribed BERNINI fecit / R. ROMANELLI Sculp.
Literature
T.P. Connor, "The fruits of a Grand Tour: Edward Wright and Lord Parker in Italy, 1720-22", in Apollo, July 1998, pp. 23-30
Condition
Overall in good condition and well carved. Professionally restored break to all fingers of male figure with the exception of the thumb.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Gianlorenzo Bernini's Apollo and Daphne of 1622-25 introduced an entirely new sculptural aesthetic and is widely admired as one of the great masterpieces that ushered in the Baroque period in sculpture. He depicts the moment that Daphne turns into a tree in a clever play on the sculptural medium.