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An Italian Gilt Bronze Figure of a Woman
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
clad in a fringed tunic with wide sleeves, her arms before her and orignally holding an implement, upon integrally cast base, on wood block. Together with a North Italian or German gilt bronze figure of an Angel, 17th century, with right arm raised, on marble socle. Two pieces.
Provenance
The Collection of J. J. Klejman, Sotheby Parke-Bernet, November 1, 1974, lots 63 and 73
Condition
Larger figure: gilding rubbed. Some old casting cracks and plugs (including crack on her upper proper left arm). Nail attaching bronze to later wood base.
Smaller figure: some rubbed gilding. The implement originally in the upraised proper right hand lacking. Some old repair and probably regilding in areas such as reverse near shoulders and around proper right sleeve (where there were likely some cracks from original casting). Snake on proper left arm needs reattachment. Associated base.
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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.
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.