AFTER A MODEL ATTRIBUTED TO GUGLIELMO DELLA PORTA (1515-1577)ITALIAN, ROME, OR GERMAN, AUGSBURG, LATE 16TH/ EARLY 17TH CENTURY | Cristo Morto

Overall the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are minor spots of tarnishing to the gilding. There are a few small nicks and scratches, including to the legs and to the chest. There are three small filled holes to the top of Christ's head. The modern cross slides into the base, which detaches. The cross and base are in very good condition.
"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.
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Though clearly derived from a Della Porta model, this very fine Corpus is stylistically distinct, exhibiting a slender, elongated torso and softer facial features. 

RELATED LITERATURE
R. Coppel et al., Guglielmo della Porta: A Counter-Reformation Sculptor, Coll&Cortes, Madrid, 2012, pp. 69-70