Lot 2
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Cincinnato Baruzzi

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Cincinnato Baruzzi
  • Psiche sedente con la farfala nelle mani (seated figure of psyche)
  • with two labels inscribed SOTHEBY'S MENTMORE and 306
  • white marble

Provenance

Baron Mayer Nathan de Rothschild;
Thence by descent to the 6th Earl of Rosebery, Mentmore;
His sale, Mentmore, Sotheby's, 25th May 1977, lot 260;
Mr and Mrs Jack Bailey

Condition

Overall the condition of the figure is good. There are restored breaks where the wings meet the body. There is a break to the left index finger. There are some small areas of white paint to the surface. There are some naturally occuring inclusions and veining to the marble. There is some spotting of dirt, particularly across the stomach, to the right hip and on the base below the left knee.
"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."