South German, 18th century

There are several losses to the fingers of Christ. There are areas of restoration to the index finger and elbow on the proper right arm. Joints are visible at the proper left wrist and proper right knee. There is surface dirt throughout. There are a few losses to the paint including at the proper right knee. Some areas of paint, including the proper left shoulder and nose may have been retouched. There is wear including scratching to the top of the base. There is warping and stable splitting to the veneer on the base consistent with material and age, particularly to the corners at the feet and head of Christ. There are several small losses to the corners, some of which have been restored. There is warping to the pine wood on the underside, making the base slightly unstable.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
B. v. Götz-Mohr, Liebieghaus-museum alter plastik. Nachantike kleinplastische bildwerke. Band III. Die Deutschsprachigen Länder 1500-1800, Melsungen, 1989, p. 108, fig. 51.1