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Attributed to François van Bossuit (1635-1692) Flemish, second half 17th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Judith with the Head of Holofernes
- ivory, in an ebonised wood frame
- Flemish, second half 17th century
Literature
M. Baker, 'Francis van Bossuit. Böttger stoneware and the reliefs', Skulptur in Süddeutschland 1400-1770. Festschrift für Alfred Schädler, Munich/ Berlin, 1998, p. 293, no. 2
Condition
Overall the condition of the ivory is very good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor chips to the edges of the plaquette.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Theuerkauff, 'Zu Francis van Bossuit (1635-1692), "beeldsnyder in yvoor"', Wallraf-Richartz Jahrbuch. Westdeutsches Jahrbuch für Kunstgeschichte, Band XXXVII, 1975, pp. 144, 168 and 179-80, cat. 4-6 and 49-50
C. Theuerkauff, 'Zu Francis van Bossuit (1635-1692), "beeldsnyder in yvoor"', Wallraf-Richartz Jahrbuch. Westdeutsches Jahrbuch für Kunstgeschichte, Band XXXVII, 1975, pp. 144, 168 and 179-80, cat. 4-6 and 49-50