Attributed to Giovanni Bonazza (1654-1736) Italian, Padua, early 18th century

inscribed: FL LVITPRANDVS ANSBR. F. LONG R.XVIII

Overall the condition of the marble is good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few very small naturally occurring inclusions, including to the cheek and neck. There are a few very minor chips. There is some rubbing to the surface at one of the decorations on the crown. There is particular dirt in the crevices. The relief is of roughly hewn octagonal shape, which is visible at the back, although it appears as an oval in the frame. There is some plaster residue to the back of the relief. The ebonised wood frame is in good condition, with visible joints. There is some wear to the paintwork at the edges, and there is minor stable splitting to the wood consistent with the material. There appear to be original wood inserts to the corners of the frame. There is a metal mount for hanging at the back.
"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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The present relief is part of a series of barbarian kings of Italy attributed to Giovanni Bonazza. Several reliefs from the series are in museum collections. The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, has six medallions, including one representing Totilas, King of the Ostrogoths of southern Italy, and a double-portrait of Peretarit and Godepert, the brothers who jointly ruled Lombardy in the seventh century. (inv. nos. 27.483-488).