- 267A
Lion Médicis, Italie, XIXe siècle, d'après l'Antique
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Lion Médicis
- en marbre blanc ; sur un socle en bois peint en noir
- 57 x 72 x 27 cm; 22 1/3 by 28 1/3 by 10 1/2 in.
Condition
Some minor surface dirt which can be easily removed with some surface abrasion due to outside exposure of the marble. A few natural inclusions to the marble at several places. Very decorative marble in very good condition overall.
"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
En 1594, le grand-duc Ferdinand acquière un lion en marbre antique pour sa résidence romaine, la villa Médicis et commande un second lion au sculpteur Flaminio Vacco pour former pendant au premier ; chacun destiné à être placé de part et d'autre du grand escalier menant aux jardins de la villa. En 1787, les deux marbres seront transférés à Florence puis placés dans la Loggia dei Lanzi où ils sont encore visibles aujourd'hui.