- 486
Three carved ivory objects and a carved wood miniature
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- tabernacle: 17cm. high; bust: 9cm. high; diptych: 6.5 cm high, 8.5cm wide. (opened); Maria Immaculata: 7cm. high.
comprising: a circular tabernacle with twisted columns and the figure of the Madonna and Child, probably South German, Baroque, 17th century, a diptych carved with Christ before Caiphas, probably French, 17th/18th century, a French bust of a bishop set with ruby glass cabochons, probably Dieppe, in late Gothic style, 19th cenutry, and a Spanish carved wood miniature house altar with stained wood relief of Maria Immaculata, Baroque, late 17th century
Condition
The tabernacle in overall good condition, there is one fissure visible to the underside of the baldachin.
The bust in overall good condition with minor surface dirt, above all visible in the fine vertical fissures through the face and mitre.
The diptych in overall good condition with some general surface dirt and small vertical fissures inherent to material.
The wooden house altar in overall good condition consistent with age and 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."