Italian, 18th century After the Antique

Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some greening to the lacquer patina in a few areas, notably the face, around the feet, and to the sides of the base. There is some minor rubbing to the lacquer patina at the high points, including the shoulders at the back. There are a few small nicks and scratches, including to the proper right elbow, proper left shoulder, and an area of scratches to the tail. There are a few minor dirt marks, including to the proper right shoulder blade. There is a small circular hole to the upper testicles. The base is slightly warped, so the bronze rocks slightly on an even surface.
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RELATED LITERATURE
M. Leithe-Jasper and P. Wengraf, European Bronzes from the Quentin Collection, exh. cat. Frick Collection, New York, 2004, pp. 268-273, no. 30