Lot 256
  • 256

An English alabaster relief of the Holy Trinity, 15th century, Nottingham

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Alabaster
  • 21 by 10 in.; 53.3 by 25.4 cm.

Provenance

Mary Blair, Chicago
French & Company, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1964

Condition

Surface weathered. Chips, abrasions, and losses throughout. Remains of original polychromy. Restored breaks with fill including a vertical break at the center running the height of the relief and two horizontal breaks, one at the level of Christ's feet and another at the level of perizonium. Top left corner broken.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.