- 656
Madre della Consolazione, Veneto-Cretan, 16th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- wood, tempera
- 62.5 by 46cm, 24 5/8 by 18 1/8 in.
depicted half-length on a gold ground, wearing a blue tunic and a purple maphorion, a transparent white veil draped over her hair, the tunic and mantle of Christ and the mantle of the Mother of God decorated with various gold line motifs, Christ holding a closed scroll in his left hand, and making a sign of blessing with his right hand.
Condition
The gilded background partly regilded. Some wear to the painting and retouching, especially along the vertical crack that runs from top to bottom through the panel. The crack on the back of the panel strengthened.
"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."