Lot 198
  • 198

Benedetto Boschetti 1820-1860 Rome, milieu du XIXe siècle, d'après l'Antique

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Benedetto Boschetti
  • Faune du Capitole
  • en bronze; sur une base en marbre polychrome
    signé B. BOSCHETTI ROMA
  • bronze, marble
  • Haut. (totale) 68 cm, haut. bronze 44 cm; height (overall) 26 4/5 in., height (bronze) 17 1/3 in.

Condition

Very good condition overall, with minor wear to the surface consistent with age and handling. Casting joint visible to his proper right wrist, with some remains of a dark brown patina. A few stains of oxidation to the base. Very decorative bronze, good and crisp cast.
"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

Le marbre antique est conservé à Rome, aux musées Capitolins.