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A framed carved ivory relief France, second half 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, wood
- height 12 in.; width 15 in.
- 30.5 cm; 38 cm
the relief titled Renouvellement d'alliance entre la France et la Suisse fait dans l'eglise de notre Dame de Paris par le Louis XIV et les ambassadeurs des XIII cantons et de leurs alliez le XIII NOV. MDCLXIII
Condition
the wooden frame shows some worm damage in places, the ivory is very finely carved with a low relief to its background showing multiple figures in the cathedral, the foreground with multiple figures in high reliefs, there are some black stains in places consistent with dirt and age, there are no large age cracks to the relief, the bottom left corner of the frame shows a carved ivory plaque of the Switzerland flag and has a chip on its bottom left corner, this chip is visible in the catalogue illustration
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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.