PASQUALE ROMANELLI | Bathing Nymph

Overall, the condition of the marble is good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is veining to the marble, consistent with the material, in particular to the proper left forearm and wrist, to the back at the centre underneath the shoulders, to the lower back and to the bottom of the drapery at the back. There is also a slightly open vein to the face and neck, which has been filled in two areas. There are some inclusions to the marble, consistent with the material, including a series of inclusions to the proper left buttock, to the lower back at the centre, to the proper left upper arm and to the proper right leg at the thigh and below the knee. The proper right index finger is reattached and glue residue is visible. There appears to have been a reattachment to the tip of the proper right big toe. There are chips and abrasions to the bottom of 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."

RELATED LITERATURE
A. Panzetta, Nuovo Dizionario degli Scultori Italiani dell'Ottocento e del Primo Novocento, vol. II: M-Z, Torino, 2003, p. 781