ITALO-FLEMISH, SECOND HALF OF THE 18TH CENTURY, AFTER WILLEM VAN DEN BROECKE, KNOWN AS GUILIELMUS PALUDANUS (1530-1580) | SLEEPING NYMPH

ITALO-FLEMISH, SECOND HALF OF THE 18TH CENTURY
AFTER WILLEM VAN DEN BROECKE, KNOWN AS GUILIELMUS PALUDANUS (1530-1580)
SLEEPING NYMPH

white marble

27 x 59 x 23 cm ; 10 x 3/5 x 23 ¼x 9 in.

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ITALO-FLAMAND, SECONDE MOITIÉ DU XVIIIE SIÈCLE
D’APRÈS WILLEM VAN DEN BROECKE, DIT GUILIELMUS PALUDANUS (1530-1580)
NYMPHE ENDORMIE

marbre blanc

Condition Report:
The marble is in overall very good condition, with minor surface dirt and some light weathering to the surface of the marble, consistent with age and handling. There are some natural marble inclusions at several places, consistent with the material. The small toe of her proper left foot is missing, as well as the toe tip of the third toe is slightly damaged. There is a horizontal loss (ca 2cm) to the marble volute at the end of the bed, and three drilling holes in the mascaron consistent with the decoration.
This marble can be recommended for the quality of its carving, with a very reasonable estimate

"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."

Provenance:
Sotheby's London, 10th December 1981, lot 74

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Sotheby’s Londres, 10 décembre 1981, lot 74