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A PAIR OF PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURES AFTER THE PUGILISTS BY ANTONIO CANOVA LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- bronze
- heights 10 1/4 in.; 9 1/2 in.
- 26 cm; 23.5 cm
Provenance
Flemming Kjaer, Copenhagen
Condition
The left hand of Creugas has a restored crack to wrist. Both bases are weighted. Patianted bronze with some rubbing to high points. Surface scratches and some nicks.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The present pair are modeled after Antonio Canova's sculptures of Creugas of Durres and Damoxenos of Syracuse who met during the Nemean games. According to the legend, the two pugilists were so evenly matched that the match lasted for hours until they ended it by each allowing the other one unblocked blow. Damoxenos killed Creugas with his blow; therefore, Creugas was declared the winner posthumously.