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ITALIAN, 17TH / 18TH CENTURYRELIQUARY BUSTS OF SAINT THEODORA AND A MALE SAINT |
估價
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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描述
- Wood
- female saint: 53 x 36 x 16 cm, 20 3/4 x 14 1/8 x 6 1/4 in. ; male saint: 50 x 38 x 18 cm, 19 2/8 x 15 x 7 in.
polychromed and gilt wood the bust of the female saint entitled S. TEODORAthe bust of the male saint with a partly legible inscrition in ink to the back, dated 1873, by the restorer Giovanni Ventura
Condition
- Saint Theodora: In overall good condition with non-active worming, mainly to the lower edge of the base (notably to the front and to the back). A few vertical splits are visible in some places consistent with the material. There are some minor losses to the polychromy and chips to the high points in some places. - Male Saint: The bust is slightly loose on its base. There are minor losses due to worming and chips, notably to the high points. There is some wear to the polychromy which appears to have been refreshed.
"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."