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Lot 475
  • 475

An Italian terracotta bust of a woman 17th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 27in.
  • 68.5cm
modeled with tresses of long hair falling over her shoulders, the rest gathered behind her head, with one breast exposed. 

Condition

There appears to have been breaks that were repaired throughout. There is a break through the locks of hair on her right side. The nose and gathered hair on her back have been repaired as well as her left shoulder (which has consolidation). There was probably a break through the chest and head areas. Areas of the surface have been overpainted. The piece is stable and there is some plaster fill on the reverse for stability.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

This lot is sold with a Thermoluminescence Analysis Report from Oxford Authentication Ltd. indicating that sample N107j49 was last fired between 300 and 500 years ago.