Hispano-Philippine, late 17th/ 18th century

Overall the condition of the ivory is good. There is wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is naturally occurring hairline splitting to the surface, including around the proper right temple and proper left shoulder. The figure was carved in sections: the head, wings, forearms, hands swathes of drapery on either sides of the hips, two halves of dress around the legs were all carved separately. The proper right forearm is slightly loose. The index finger of the proper right hand and the little finger of the other hand were reattached. There is an insert glued in at at the back of the head. There are some more remnants of glue to the lower edge of the dress. Two corners of the base were restored. There are a few losses to the inlay and a replaced flower on either side of the saint.
"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.
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RELATED LITERATURE
M.M. Estella Marcos, Ivories from the Far Eastern provinces of Spain and Portugal, Monterrey, 1997, pp. 96-107, nos. 39-42