- 112
South German, 17th/18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Siamese twins on a pillow
- ivory figure on a hardwood pillow inlaid with ivory, with a later wood base
Condition
Overall the condition of the ivory is very good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent iwth age. There are several naturally occurring minor hairline fissures to the surface of the ivory. There is a stable hairline split to the wood of the pillow on the proper left side of the figure which has led to a loss in the inlay in the corner of the pillow. There is a small chip to the lower corner of the pillow on the proper right side of the figure which has led to the loss of the tassel.
"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
A comparable pair of infants sleeping on ebony pillows attributed to Leonhard Kern (1588-1663) was in Sotheby's Dei Fürstliche Sammlung Thurn und Taxis sale on 12 to 15 October 1983 (vol. II, lot 1077).