- 64
Probably Tirol, 17th/early 18th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- head of a king
- gilt and polychromed wood on a metal stand, with a painted wood column
Provenance
collection Christian De Bruyn, Brussels, Belgium;
private collection Brussels, Belgium;
acquired from the above by the present owner
private collection Brussels, Belgium;
acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
catalogue of the XLVIth Brussels Antiques and Fine Art Fair, Brussels, 2001, p. 80
Condition
Overall the condition of the wood is good. There is some splitting consistent with age and material including a stable split from the top of the head to the corner of the proper right eye. There are losses to the painted surface throughout. The remaining paint is worn in places. There are two minor losses to the front of the turban and some minor chips to the crown. There are some markings in pencil to the left side of the back of the neck.
"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
Compare with a figure sold at Sotheby's New York, 31 May 1995, lot 95