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Gian Federico Bonzagni, called Parmese (after 1507 - 1588) Italian, Emilia Romagna, early cast
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Nativity
- signed and dated: .PARM.INVENT. and 1561
- silvered and gilt bronze
- Italian, Emilia Romagna, early cast
Condition
Overall the condition of the plaque is good. There is wear and some minor dirt dirt consistent with age and handling. Much of the gilding has been lost; the silver studs are rubbed. There are a few minor nicks and slight stable fissures to the edge of the relief.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
A. Geber, 'Name inscriptions: Solutions and Problems', Italian Plaquettes. Studies in the History of Art, vol. 22, Washington, 1989, pp. 259-261, figs. 16-18
A. Geber, 'Name inscriptions: Solutions and Problems', Italian Plaquettes. Studies in the History of Art, vol. 22, Washington, 1989, pp. 259-261, figs. 16-18