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A Flemish silver and wood tabernacle, probably Antwerp, circa 1700
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 83.4cm high.
the arms of the ebonised cross terminating in silver mounts, applied with Corpus Cristi below INRI plaque, the lower part with figures of John and Mary, also applied with other silver mounts, the small door applied with plaque depicting Christ carrying teh cross, apparently unmarked
Literature
Collectie Van Gerwen-Lemmens, Valkenswaard 1981, p.140, ills. 85.
For a almost identical plaque, please see: Ingrid Weber, Deutsche, Niederländische und Französische Renaissance Plaketten, München 1975, nr.804.
Condition
Overall good, the plaque with very small cracks, a few pieces of wood missing see left at the image and a few restaurations, the figure of Mary detached, the silver with scratches and dents of use.
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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."