ITALO-FLEMISH, 17TH/ 18TH CENTURY | Jupiter and the Infant Bacchus

Professor Michael Jaffé CBE (1923-1997), Cambridge, United Kingdom;
and thence by family descent

Overall the condition of the bronze is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is minor rubbing to the lacquer patina at the high points. There are several minor spots of tarnishing to the gilding. There is also some dark spotting to the lacquer patina of Jupiter in areas, including around the buttocks. Original stable joints are slightly visible at Jupiter's upper arms. There is a small area of scratching to Jupiter's proper right hip. There is minor general wear to the marble socle.
"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.
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RELATED LITERATURE
M. Boudon-Machuel, François Duquesnoy, 1597-1643, Paris, 2005, p. 346, no. R31a/1