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A NORTH ITALIAN CARVED WOOD PORTRAIT OF THE YOUNG NAPOLÉON BONAPARTE, ATTRIBUTED TO GIUSEPPE MARIA BONZANIGO, TURIN, CIRCA 1800 |
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- 55.5cm. high, 42.2 cm. wide; 1ft. 9 3/4 in., 1ft. 4 1/2 in.
in profile facing to the right, his hair tied en queue, framed by palm and oak leaves, the spandrels and the ebony frame with trophies of war, in glazed walnut frame
Condition
This superb panel is in good conserved condition. There are small restored breaks and losses to carving which are barely visible. There is a visible split to the centre left of the medallion as seen in the photographs in the catalogue. Some carving elements have been loose and now re-attached, some of these with visible glue residue. There is a small area of conservation to shoulder of figure which has been been re-polished in areas. The walnut frame has signs of woodworm which does not seem to be active anymore. On the right lower side of trophy, there are two leaves re-carved.
"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."