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A Belgian parcel-gilt lilly monstrance, Paul Fallon, Namur, circa 1900
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 2826gr. overall high 70.1cm.
on oval foot, rising to a fluted and decorated stem, the upper part decorated with fifteen lillies, mounted by a large crown topped by a cross, inscribed below; Dilectus meus mihi, et ego illi qui pascitur inter lilia Cant.II.16. Centenae coronae Rex Christe benigne uberius tuas adde benedictiones devotione familiarum Bruyr-Vassart et Demeure-Bruyr Falisolles Namurci P.Fallon fecit
Literature
Collectie Van Gerwen-Lemmens, Valkenswaard 1981, p.134, ills. 82.
Condition
Overall good, gilding slightly worn, one leaf broken off, but not missing, small scratches and dents of use.
"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."