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After a model attributed to Andrea Riccio (1470-1532), Italian, Padua, probably 16th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- tobias
- bronze, on an ebonised turned wood socle
- Italian, Padua, probably 16th century
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good. There is some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are a few areas with minor lacunae due to casting flaws. THere is an area of greening to the proper left shoulder.
There is some wear to the base.
"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
L. Planiscig, Andrea Riccio, Vienna, 1927, pp. 202-3, nos. 237, 238;
W. Bode (New Edition Edited and Revised by J. D. Draper), The Italian Bronze Statuettes of the Renaissance, New York, 1980, pp. 20-21, plate XXXVI, no. 2
L. Planiscig, Andrea Riccio, Vienna, 1927, pp. 202-3, nos. 237, 238;
W. Bode (New Edition Edited and Revised by J. D. Draper), The Italian Bronze Statuettes of the Renaissance, New York, 1980, pp. 20-21, plate XXXVI, no. 2