Lot 84
  • 84

Jean-Baptiste Nini (1717-1786)

Estimate
600 - 800 EUR
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Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Nini
  • Profil de Benjamin Franklin au bonnet de fourrure, vers 1777
  • terre cutie
  • Diam. 12 cm; diam. 4 2/3 in.
médaillon en terre cuite, 
signé et daté deux fois NINI F 1777
inscription sur le pourtour du médaillon B. FRANCKLIN AMERICAIN

Literature

A. Cerboni Baiardi, B. Sibille, Nini, D'Urbino aux rives de la Loire, Paysages et visages européens, cat. exp., Milan, 2001, pp. 214-216, n°94.

Condition

Minor surface dirt with a few chips to the edges and one fine hairline fissure above his cap.
"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.
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