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LOT 206

Lot 206

After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887

After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887
Lot 206 Details
After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887

a reduction of the marble excavated at Pompeii, inscribed ‘Georgivs Revsons Comes Genti Svae D.D. 1887’, signed ‘Amodio, Napoli’, on rouge griotte and black marble socle inscribed ‘L’Amore e Delfino di Pompei’ with rotating table
height 21.7" — 55 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $2,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

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After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887
  • After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887
  • After the Antique Neapolitan Bronze Group of Love and the Dolphin by Michele d’Amodio, 1887
Note:

The current lot was probably a commission for Count Georges Reusens, a Belgian adventure traveller. For a related lot see Christie’s, London, April 24, 2008, Lot 471

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration to ankle. Minor crack to marble.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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