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A French carved ivory central leaf of a triptych depicting the Madona and Child, Ile de France Gothic, first half 14th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- the reverse incised with cross and inscription DOMINICE
- 17.5cm. high, 6.5cm. wide.
the Madonna standing in an elegant S-curve, bearing the Christ Child on her proper left hip, He reaching out for her veil, under architectural framework
Provenance
With a private collection at Eupen, Belgium.
Literature
R. Koechlin, Les dyptiques à décor des roses, Gazette des Beaux-Arts, Paris 1918.
R. Koechlin, Les ivoires Gothiques francais, 3 vols. Paris 1924.
M.H. Longhurst, Catalogue of the carvings in ivory, Victoria and Albert Museum, 2 vols, London 1927-1929.
R.H. Randall, Masterpieces of ivory from the Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore 1985.
Condition
In overall good condition consistent with age. There is some yellowing and general surface dirt to the ivory. There are minor losses to the ivory at the former hinges. There is a small old vertical loss to the right rim of the panel.
"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
Because of it's fine quality, the general layout and the simple monumental treatment of the figures, this ivory leaf can probably be related with a group of ivories with a specific rosette decor known as the 'Rose Group', identified by Raymond Koechlin.
Although problematic, as there are wide variations in style, this group is generally accepted as being French, probably Paris, and dating form the first half of the 14th century, but not specifically being produced in the same workshop. Panels from the same group are part of the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Walters Gallery in Baltimore.
Although problematic, as there are wide variations in style, this group is generally accepted as being French, probably Paris, and dating form the first half of the 14th century, but not specifically being produced in the same workshop. Panels from the same group are part of the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Walters Gallery in Baltimore.