Lot 156: GIOVANNI BONAZZA (1654-1736) ITALIAN, PADUA, CIRCA 1700 | Four reliefs with personifications of the Four Winds

white marble, in octagonal gilt wood frames

reliefs: 26 by 19cm., 10¼ by 7½in.<br />frames: 39 by 33cm., 15 3/8  by 13 in.

white marble, in octagonal gilt wood frames

Overall the condition of the reliefs is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is veining to the marble consistent with the material, including some small mineral (metal) deposits. There are also various specks of dirt, in particular to the crowned figure with the key. The reliefs appear to have been previously set into surrounds, as there are various traces of plaster/composite material around the edges of each of the reliefs. There are a few small losses to the edges of the reliefs, including losses to the upper edge and the lower edges of the crouching bearded figure. There are also some losses to the tops of the relief with the figure with the key and the relief with the beardless figure, where mounts have been drilled into the marble at the back. There are some small chips and abrasions, particularly to the high points of the marble, including: the crouching figure's proper right hand; and the beardless figure's proper left hand and proper right little finger. There are various further small abrasions, including to the edges of the reliefs. There are a few small inclusions, including to the face of the crowned figure, and particularly to the relief with the beardless figure. Overall the later frames are in good condition. There are various holes to the wood, and there is minor stable splitting.
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