A WHITE MARBLE BUST OF VENUS D'ARLES, 19TH CENTURY

A WHITE MARBLE BUST OF VENUS D'ARLES 19TH CENTURY Set on socle base 65cm high overall, base 18.5cm wide The Venus of Arles dates to the end of the 1st century BC. It was discovered, broken, in the Roman Theatre of Arles in 1651 by workmen who were digging a well. The head was the first part to be found. Reassembled and restored in part by Girardon, it was displayed by Louis XIV in the Galerie des Glaces of Versailles. During the Revolution it was seized and then placed into the Musée du Louvre. Condition Report: Weathering and with various layers of old paint. Some of the paint hiding infill to natural flaws and losses to and around nose. Socle damaged and with numerous losses Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer