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A French iron key, 16th century
Estimate
300 - 500 USD
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Description
- Leaded glass
- the key 7 in., the lunettes each approximately 25 1/2 by 40 1/2 in.; 17.8 cm., 65 by 103 cm.
together with pair of French leaded glass lunettes, 19th century or later, one in two parts.
Provenance
George Grey Barnard, New York
The Cloisters Collection, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (accession number 25.120.195, 25.120.299, 25.120.432d), purchased from the above in 1925
Condition
Key with oxidation, minor surface abrasions, and some minor cracks/seams from facture. Lunettes are in fragile condition with losses to metal and glass. Several cracked panes, loose panes, and lacking panes. One lunette is in two pieces.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.