16th Mar, 2024 9:30 GMT/BST
Spring Fine Sale
117
Paduan School (16th century), probably cast by Francesco Segala (c.1535-1592) from the model by Tiziano Aspetti (c.1517-1552): A Pair of Bronze Figures of a Prophet and Sibyl, he standing wearing flowing robes holding a leather-bound volume, she in flowing robes holding a scroll across her wrap
22cm high, on later green marble bases
For a similar example of the Prophet, see Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession number 18.111.
Having identified the model of the male figure as Moses in his 1921 book on Venetian sculptors, Leo Planiscig attributed this model to Tiziano Aspetti. However, in 1976 Ian Wardroper observed that the figure holds a book rather than a tablet of the law and should be considered a prophet. In 1545 Aspetti was commissioned to execute a Serraglio (grille) for the Santo in Padua. Vasari records that this commission remained incomplete due to the premature death of the sculptor. In 1564 Paduan sculptor Francesco Segala requested the models in order to make casts.
Estimated at £7,000 - £10,000
Bronzes 21cm high, 26cm high overall.
We are happy to provide Condition Reports to Prospective Buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale.
We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a condition report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition.
A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible.
Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated.
Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.
Auction: Spring Fine Sale, 16th Mar, 2024
This Spring, Tennants Auctioneers is delighted to be offering for sale a fine and rare Chinese Celadon Jade Inscribed ‘Luohan’ Boulder from the Qianlong reign with its original hardwood stand. It will be sold as part of a Private Collection of Asian Art and European Antiques in the sale. The boulder, which is offered with an estimate of £70,000-100,000 plus buyer’s premium, depicts Luohan Ańgaja sitting cross-legged in a rocky grotto. View Press Release
Further highlights from the collection include a Set of Four Chinese Pale Celadon Jade Bowls, Qing Dynasty, probably Qianlong (estimate: £8,000-12,000 plus buyer’s premium), and a Pair of Chinese Porcelain ‘Nodding Head’ Figures, Qianlong (estimate: £4,000-6,000 plus buyer’s premium).
The collectors lived in London from the 1950s and acquired the fine collection predominantly from the leading Asian art and antiques dealers in the city. Many of the pieces in the collection will be sold with original purchase receipts. The items in this collection will be denoted throughout the online catalogue with a ~ symbol.
The sale will also include selected contents from Dutton Manor, Lancashire.
In addition the sale comprises a small family collection of Renaissance bronzes, two good Iznik Faience Dishes from the late 16th/early 17th century, and a Private Collection of 17th and 18th century furniture including Continental and English oak pieces.
Viewing
Sunday 10 March - Friday 15 March 11am-4pm, and morning of sale from 8am
Sell one like this
If you've got a similar item to sell, complete the valuation form below and one of our experts will get in touch.
