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A Nove large white-glazed earthenware figure group allegorical of 'Virtue', late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- earthenware - pottery
- 35cm., 13 3/4 in. high.
modelled by Domenico Bosello, depicting three female figures in classical dress, 'Fortitude' standing on a circular base thrusting her arm over a flaming brazier supported on a square pedestal, 'Prudence' seated beside holding a mirror, 'Innocence' seated below with a lamb, raised on a circular rocky base applied with flowers,
Condition
Top half of object held in `Fortitude's' right hand is lacking. Break across one corner of pedestal which `Fortitude' leans against. Chips to extremities.
"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
Another Nove version of Virtue, where the figure of Prudence wears a helmet instead of Fortitude is illustrated by A.M. Molfino, L'Arte della porcellana in Italia, Il Veneto e la Toscana, Osimo, 1976, pl. 297.