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Circle of Giuseppe Mazzuoli (1644-1725) Italian, Florence, early 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- a terracotta relief with the Martyrdom of a saint
- Italian, Florence, early 18th century
the martyred saint beheaded below, to the right the executioner with sword raised,
Condition
Overall the condition of the relief is good, with some minor wear and dirt to the surface, consistent with age. There is an original, minor firing crack under the right leg of the standing figure.
"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
The present relief can be closely compared with the work of Giuseppe Mazzuoli (1644-1725) and his nephew Bartolomeo (1674-1748), members of the Sienese family of sculptors who continued the baroque tradition well into the 18th century. Compare the drapery of the executioner with the figure of St. John the Baptist by Giuseppe Mazzuoli as well as the modello of the Deposition by Bartolomeo both in the Chigi Collection.
RELATED LITERATURE:
G. Gentilini and C. Sisi, La Scultura, Collezioni Chigi Saracini (Siena, 1989) nos. 83, 101
RELATED LITERATURE:
G. Gentilini and C. Sisi, La Scultura, Collezioni Chigi Saracini (Siena, 1989) nos. 83, 101