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Italie, XIXe siècle, d'après Michel-Ange (1475-1564) Le Jour et la Nuit
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Le Jour et la Nuit
- paire de bronzes à patine brune; sur des socles en marbre noir et rouge
- La Nuit : 58 x 56 cm, le Jour : 59 x 51 cm; Night: 22 3/4 x 22 in., Day: 23 1/4 x 20 in.
Literature
U. Baldini, L'Opera completa di Michelangelo scultore, Milan, 1973, pp. 103-105, n° 34 et 35.
Condition
Very good condition overall with minor wear to the patina and dirt in the crevices consistent with age and handling. A few small casting plugs visible at several places. Very minor chips to the edges of the marble bases consistent with age and handling.
"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
Les modèles en marbre furent exécutés par Michel-Ange, entre 1526 et 1531, pour orner la partie inférieure du tombeau de Laurent de Médicis (Basilique San Lorenzo, Florence).