- 86
After Alessandro Algardi (1598-1654) Italian, Rome, 17th century
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bust of St. Philip Neri
- gilt bronze, mounted on a bronze base
- After Alessandro Algardi (1598-1654) Italian, Rome, 17th century
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 9 July 1992, lot 118
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is a hole in the head for a lost halo. There is dirt particularly in the crevices and there is a patch of particular wear to the surface to the chest. There is minor wear to the gilding including to the nose and ears. There are a few small nicks. The mount connecting the bronze to the base is modern with modern soldering.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven and Yale, 1985, vol. ii, pp. 384-385, no. 76.C.3, fig. 53
J. Montagu, Alessandro Algardi, New Haven and Yale, 1985, vol. ii, pp. 384-385, no. 76.C.3, fig. 53