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WORKSHOP OF BENEDETTO (1459/60-1521) AND SANTI BUGLIONI (1494-1576)ITALIAN, FLORENCE, EARLY 16TH CENTURY | Console with a Cherub Head
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Console with a Cherub Head
- glazed and polychromed terracotta
- 21 by 31 by 15cm., 8¼ by 12¼ by 5 7/8 in.
- Workshop of Benedetto (1459/60-1521) and Santi Buglioni (1494-1576) Italian, Florence, early 16th century
Condition
Overall, the condition of the terracotta is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are various minor losses and chips to the glaze, in particular to the high points and the lower edges. There are minor losses to the fruits. There are original impurities to the white glaze. There are minor firing cracks to the reverse on the left side. There are cement residues to the reverse. There is a small hole for a TL hole on the reverse. There are two mount holes to the top.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
A. Marquand, Benedetto and Santi Buglioni, New York, 1972, figs. 26 and 27 A thermoluminescence analysis report from Arcadia, Tecnologie per i Beni Culturali, dated 15/05/2018, states that the date of last firing is consistent with a 16th century date.
A. Marquand, Benedetto and Santi Buglioni, New York, 1972, figs. 26 and 27 A thermoluminescence analysis report from Arcadia, Tecnologie per i Beni Culturali, dated 15/05/2018, states that the date of last firing is consistent with a 16th century date.