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German, 15th century
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Pendant with the Adoration of the Magi
- silver gilt
- German, 15th century
Provenance
private collection, South-East England
Condition
Overall the condition of the silver is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling, with tarnishing and wear to the gilding throughout. The pattern of the loop and the area near it in the main roundel has worn smooth. There are a few minor lacunae to the surface on the flat reverse. The star may be missing from the top left. The suspension ring is later.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
R. W. Lightbown, Mediaeval European jewellery. With a catalogue of the collection in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, 1992, pp. 508 and 513, nos. 48 and 60
R. W. Lightbown, Mediaeval European jewellery. With a catalogue of the collection in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, 1992, pp. 508 and 513, nos. 48 and 60