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Centaure, Italie, XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Centaure
- petite statuette en bronze à patine brune ; sur une base en marbre vert antique
- Haut. 22,5 cm, larg. 14,5 cm
- Height 8 6/7 in; width 5 2/3 in
Literature
REFERENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
F. Haskell, N. Penny, Pour l'Amour de l'Antique, la statuaire gréco-romaine et la goût européen, New Haven, Londres, 1981, pp. 194-198.
F. Haskell, N. Penny, Pour l'Amour de l'Antique, la statuaire gréco-romaine et la goût européen, New Haven, Londres, 1981, pp. 194-198.
Condition
Very good condition overall with some minor wear to the surface at several places consistent with age and handling. Some minor oxydation and dirt in the crevices. A few minor chips to the edges of the marble 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
Le marbre antique qui a servi de modèle à ce Centaure fut découvert, avec un deuxième du même sujet, à Rome en 1736, lors des fouilles menées par Mgr Furietti à la Villa Adriana et est conservé au Musée du Capitole.