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Italie, XIXe siècle, d'après Giambologna (1529-1608) Tête de chérubin
Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description
- serpentine
- Haut. (tête) 20 cm; height (head) 7 4/5 in.
élément de fontaine en serpentine ; sur un support moderne en plexiglas
Condition
Fairly good condition overall with minor scratches and some chips all over the surface and particularly in the hair and to the edges of the Cherub's neck. A larger lack to the proper right side of the Cherub's forehead and to the tip of his nose. The spout of the fountain missing.
"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
Le sujet dérive de la tête de chérubin soulevant par la force de son souffle le Mercure de Giambologna (National Gallery of Art, Washington, inv. n° 1937.1.131).