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An ivory panel
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- width of panel 43cm, 17in
Dieppe, circa 1875
rectangular, carved in two layers with an interior church view, at centre Louis XIV issuing the Edict of Fontainebleau of 1685 before a crowd of distraught Protestants, orginal carved wood frame
rectangular, carved in two layers with an interior church view, at centre Louis XIV issuing the Edict of Fontainebleau of 1685 before a crowd of distraught Protestants, orginal carved wood frame
Condition
The panel has warped, and the top portion is undulated overall. There is an area of cracks/ separations to the upper left corner; please refer to the catalogue photo, which gives a clear indication. Two attachment pins lacking at top pf panel, one possibly a replacement; again, please see catalogue photo.
"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."