- 770
A German porcelain rectangular plaque, perhaps Meissen, The Penitent Magdalene, late 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain, wood
- the plaque approximately 24.6cm., 9 5/8 in. x 34.5cm., 13 5/8 in., overall 41cm., 16 1/8 in. x 51.3cm., 20 1/4 in.
painted by Friedrich Sturm after the painting by Pompeo Batoni, the figure wearing blue velvet lying in a woodland grotto reading an open book supported by a skull, signed F. Sturm., impressed letter K, numerals 5 2 1, with a yellow velvet lined gilt-wood frame,
Condition
In generally good condition and appearance.
There is some oxidisation to the surface of the plaque at the upper left section. Some very faint surface scratches to the plaque.
Not examined out of frame.
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"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
The painting produced by Batoni in 1742 entered the Royal Saxon collections in the 1750s, and was lost in the Second World War.