- 91
Flemish, probably Liège, 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Aaron or Zacharias
veined white marble
inscribed in pen: FB / 23. with a paper label inscribed: MO23 / 1967 and a partially legible paper label inscribed: 5b / 44 / J...d...n / f...
Provenance
Private collection, Belgium
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is good. There is dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, including a few minor nicks and scratches. There are a few slightly larger chips, including to some of the edges of the drapery on the proper left hand side, to the tassles and to the edges of the base. There is veining throughout the marble consistent with the material.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Compare with the figures flanking the altar of the Sacrament in the church of Saints Jean-Baptiste-et l'Evangeliste, Malines by Pierre Valckx and Guillaume Herreyns, dating to 1783-1789.
RELATED LITERATURE:
P. Philippot et al., L'Architecture Religieuse et la sculpture Baroques dans les Pays-Bas Meriodonaux et la Principaute de Liege 1600-1770, Sprimont, 2003, p. 439