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Vincenzo Gemito
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Vincenzo Gemito
- aquaiolo
- inscribed: DALL 'ORIGINALE PROP.TA DEL RE DI NAPOLI SM FRANCESCO II NAPOLI GEMITO stamped: FONDERIA GEMITO NAPOLI and further inscribed: PROPRIETA' ARTISTICA 57
- bronze, dark brown and golden brown patina
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with some wear to the patina, with areas of particular wear to the upper body and to the shoulders. There is a slight casting fissure to the proper right ankle and a slight casting line behind the proper left shoulder.
"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
Gemito's Aquaiolo combines two themes which fascinated the artist - the antique and contemporary street life - in vivid contrast. The boy has leapt up onto the ancient water fountain to profer his water to the passer-by, in cheeky disregard for the dignity of antiquity. The figure was modelled for Francesco II, king of Naples and the inscription on the present bronze records that history.