拍品 19
  • 19

SOUTHERN GERMAN, 18TH CENTURY, | Corpus Christi

估價
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
招標截止

描述

  • Corpus Christi
  • bronze, dark brown patina
  • H. 37 cm, 14 1/2 in.

Condition

In overall good condition with minor wear to the patina and surface dirt, especially in the crevices, consistent with age and handling. With a vertical rectangular opening to the back of the Christ. Two fingers of his proper right hand are partly missing. Fairly heavy cast good in all details. Wonderful modelling of the body, notably visible on the muscles of the belly.
"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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拍品資料及來源

This bronze can be compared to the works of South German sculptors, in the tradition of Georg Petel (1601-1635) and Hans Reichle (1565/70-1642). RELATED LITERATURE
P. Wengraf, Renaissance & Baroque Bronzes from the Hill collection, exh. cat. The Frick Collection, New York, 2014, p. 270-275;
L. Krempel, Georg Petel, exh. cat. Haus der Kunst, Munich, 2007, cat. no. 22.