Dreweatts 1759
Lot 17
AFTER THE ANTIQUE- A BRONZE MODEL OF THE PERSONIFICATION OF THE RIVER NILE IN THE MANNER OF RIGHETTI, CIRCA 1820-1850 15cm high, base 27cm wide, 13cm deep Provenance: Agnew & Co 2019 Masterpiece Fair This bronze depicting the River Nile is a reduced version of a colossal Roman marble group found in 1513 in Campo Marzio where it was probably part of the decoration of the Iseo Campense. The composition is an allegory of fecundity with a cornucopia placed prominently near the reclining Nile, and the sixteen small children who cavort on and about the figure of the river symbolize the sixteen cubits by which the river rose annually, fertilizing the surrounding areas. The complexity of the composition, due in large part to the incorporation of the children, meant that reproductions in bronze are scarce. A simplified version, without the children, and possibly executed by Carlier and Buviette is held in The Huntington Library, Art Museum, San Marino California. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Modern scuff to laurel wreath above his face- some edge wear and patina rubbing but generally in fairly good condition for age and likely handling 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