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After a model by Guglielmo Della Porta (1515-1577) Italian, 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Bust of Paolo Farnese III
- bronze, on an associated bronze socle and a modern wood base
- After a model by Guglielmo Della Porta (1515-1577) Italian, 19th century
inscribed: PAOLO / III / FARNESE
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, with particular dirt in the crevices. There are a few minor lacunae, consistent with casting, in particular to the base. There are some minor nicks and scratches, notably around the edges.
The wood base is in good condition with minor general wear.
"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
A version of the bust in marble, dated 1546, is in the Museum Capodimonte in Naples. Further examples in bronze include one illustrated and described in Gramberg (op. cit. p. 161), and a version in the National Museum of Warsaw (acc. no. 126478). The model relates to the tomb of Paul III by della Porta in St Peter's Basilica, Rome.
RELATED LITERATURE
W. Gramberg, 'Die Hamburger Bronzebüste Paul III. Farnese von Guglielmo della Porta', in Festschrift für Erich Meyer zum 60. Geburtstage, Hamburg, 1957, pp. 160-172