Lot 26
  • 26

Galeazzo Mondella, called Moderno (1467-1528) Italian, Verona, circa 1500

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Entombment of Christ
  • gilt bronze
  • Italian, Verona, circa 1500

Provenance

Daniel Katz Ltd., London, 1988

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze and gilding is very good. There are some minor nicks along the edges and there is some minor wear to the surface consistent with age and handling. There is a nick to Christ's abdomen.
"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
E. Molinier, Les bronzes de la Renaissance. Les plaquettes. Catalogue Raisonné, 2 vols. Paris, 1886, Tome I, cat. 177, pp. 132-133; D. Lewis, 'The Plaquettes of "Moderno" and His Followers', in: A. Luchs (ed.), Studies in the History of Art. Volume 22. Italian Plaquettes, Washington, 1989, pp. 105-141, fig. 45 and no. 45