107 - Giorgio Bortoli (Late 20th century – Early 21st century)

Giorgio Bortoli (Late 20th century – Early 21st century) Pair of lions on fragments of brick from the collapse of St. Mark’s bell tower Metal, late medieval brick 9.3 x 10.8 x 8.3 cm (each) Signature: “Giorgio Bortoli” engraved on each lion Date: “Venice 2014” engraved on each lion Other inscriptions: beneath the base, “brick from the St. Mark’s bell tower, Venice 1902–2002” Provenance: Veneto Banca SpA in LCA Condition. Support: 95% Condition. Surface: 95% For direct WhatsApp assistance before and during the live auction: +39 346 12 999 80 // Direct assistance via WhatsApp before and during the auction: +39 346 12 999 80 Fascinating documents of the relationship between the contemporary and history in Venice, these small metal sculptures rest on fragments of bricks from St. Mark’s Bell Tower, salvaged by the artist from those thrown into the sea after the collapse on July 14, 1902. Bortoli often combines contemporary images—always referencing Venice—with artifacts from St. Mark’s. One of his best-known works is the “Campanile,” purchased by Woody Allen for his home in New York.