- 16
French, Île-de-France, circa 1340-1350
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Diptych leaf with the Virgin and Child
- partially polychromed ivory, on a modern metal stand
- French, Île-de-France, circa 1340-1350
Provenance
Hôtel Drouot, Paris 13 May 1992;
with Anthony Blumka, New York;
with Bernard Descheemaeker, Antwerp, August 2010;
private collection, London
with Anthony Blumka, New York;
with Bernard Descheemaeker, Antwerp, August 2010;
private collection, London
Literature
Wing, left (fragment of a diptych), 1 register, 1 arch across (plaquette) (Front), available at: http://www.gothicivories.courtauld.ac.uk/images/ivory/8aae59c9_3ed05765.html [last accessed 30 April 2014]
Condition
Overall the condition of the ivory is good with some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There is some rubbing to the high points leading to some losses of the paint. There is a small chip to the hair of the angel on the right. There is stable hairline splitting visible on the surface consistent with material. There are slots for hinges along the right edge and a hole for a lock on the left.
The condition of the removable mount is excellent.
"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."