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FRANCESCO MESSINA | Pair of Horses from 'Quadriga'
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Francesco Messina
- Pair of Horses from 'Quadriga'
- each signed: messina
- bronze, light brown patina, on black marble bases
- 50 by 57cm., 19 5/8 by 22 3/8 in. and 50 by 53cm., 19 5/8 by 20 7/8 in. overall
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 24 February 1994, lot 130;
private collection, Germany
private collection, Germany
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronzes is good with dirt and wear to the surfaces consistent with age. There are some minor abrasions and chips to the marble bases.
"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
This attractive pair of horses appears to belong to Messina's model Quadriga, inspired by the famous antique Horses of San Marco in Venice.