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Two Italian silver groups of putti, Eugene and Luigi Avolio, 20th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- silver, bronze
- respectively 21cm., 8 1/4 in. and 18.5cm., 7 1/4 in. high
one representing two putti holding grapevine, signed E. Avolio, for Eugene Avolio, the other, a female and male putti holding love birds, signed Avolio, for Luigi Avolio, each on a gilt bronze base
Condition
overall good condition
"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
The sculptor Eugenio Avolio (1876-1929) and then Luigi Avolio produced in the 20th century many silver sculptures inspired by 17th century Italian sculptures. A pair of reclining river gods, also attributed to Luigi Avolio, were sold Christie's Rome, 6 June 2002, lot 465 and magnificent group of seven figure embelmatic of the sea were included in the same sale (lot 470).