拍品 72
  • 72

ITALIAN, VENICE, SECOND HALF 16TH CENTURY | Dooknocker with a Nereid

估價
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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描述

  • Dooknocker with a Nereid
  • bronze
  • 24 by 19cm., 9½ by 7½in. 

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are several nicks to the bronze, consistent with use, notably to the woman's nose. There is particular old dirt in the crevices throughout. An iron bar is affixed to the top and part of it is visible at the front. There is a further iron insert to the back at the bottom, which facilitated knocking.
"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."

拍品資料及來源

A near-identical doorknocker was formerly in the Staatliche Museen, Berlin, see F. Goldschmidt, Die Italienischen Bronzen der Renaissance und des Barock, Berlin, 1914, no. 270, pl. 74