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Cantagalli workshop Italian, Florence, late 19th century
Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Bust of a woman
- with the Cantagalli cockerel mark on the inside
- glazed terracotta, on an ebonised wood base
- Cantagalli workshop Italian, Florence, late 19th century
Condition
Overall the condition of the bust is very good with some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is some dust in the crevices. There are a few small nicks to the glaze, including around the truncation and the back of the head. There are some areas of pitting to the glaze consistent with the material, including at the top of the head and in the crevices around the shoulders.
Overall the condition of the base is very good with some wear to the paint at the edges and some scratching on the top surface.
"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."