Lot 60: FRANCESCO BERTOS (1678-1741) ITALIAN, VENICE, FIRST HALF 18TH CENTURY | Allegory of Fortune

bronze

52.5cm., 20 5/8 in.

bronze

Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. there are a number of stable fissures, some of which may be original casting joints, including: at the standing man's lower legs; where the drapery connects with the reclining man's proper right leg and the standing man's right leg; at Fortune's proper left forearm; at the standing man's proper left upper arm and elbow. Cupid's proper left foot has popped out of its socket in the base. There are a number of slightly visible original casting plugs, including: at the standing man's proper right leg at the back; to his proper right thigh; and to the reclining man's proper right leg. There are a few minor stable fissures to the base. The edges of the base are uneven in areas where there has been a short pour. There are some minor scratches and nicks to the patina, such as to the reclining man's lower proper right leg and proper left arm. There are a few specks of green dirt, such as to Fortune's proper right leg.
"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."

C. Avery, The Triumph of Motion: Francesco Bertos (1679-1741) and the Art of Sculpture. Catalogue Raisonné, Turin, 2008, p. 229, no. 133, pl. nos. 10 and 77

Sylvia Phyllis Adams, London, until 1996; 
her sale, Bonhams, Knightsbridge, London, The Sylvia Phyllis Adams Collection, 23 May 1996, lot. 65:
Bonham's London, 3 March 1999, lot 185;
Christie's London, 8 July 2010, lot 205