Lot 478A: ITALIE, ROME, VERS 1770/75, ATTRIBUÉ À JOHAN TOBIAS SERGEL (1740-1814) IMPORTANT RELIEF EN TERRE CUITE NYMPHE ET SATYRE COURONNÉS PAR L'AMOUR | Important relief en terre cuite Nymphe et Satyre couronnés par l'Amour

terre cuite

36 x 51 cm (avec cadre); 14 1/4 x 20 in. (with frame)

terre cuite

Very good condition overall with some minor surface dirt in the crevices. A few minor losses and chips to the edges of the relief and to the leafs in the upper left hand corner. The patina appears to have been slightly retouched to the nymph's proper right thigh and leg, maybe to hide an old repair. The 18th century stamped giltwood frame with some minor chips and scratches has probably been reduced. Terracotta of high quality very finely modelled in very good condition.
"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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U. Cederlöf, Sergel, cat. exp. Nationalmuseum Stockholm, 1990, p. 192, n° 201. J. Draper, G. Scherf, L'Esprit créateur de Pigalle à Canova. Terre cuites européennes 1740-1840, cat. exp. musée du Louvre, Paris, 2004, p. 181-187. M. Olauseen, Nouvelles acquisitions du département des Sculptures 1992-1995, Paris, Musée du Louvre, 1996, p.83-86.