Lot 316
  • 316

An Alabaster Figure of Saint Jerome, Early 16th Century, Perhaps Netherlands

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

barely draped and kneeling on a book, holding a rock and a scroll.

Condition

Small losses and chipping around edges throughout, including nose, around bottom edge, back foot, and vertical fold of drapery on his left. Hairline cracks throughout. Top part of scroll (or implement) in his left hand lacking.
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