North French, 14th century

by repute with Ernest Brummer, New York
with John J. Klejman, New York;
into the ownership of Sotheby's Parke Bernet, New York, by 1974;
its sale Sotheby's, New York, 1 November 1974, lot 18;
James and Marilyn Alsdorf, Chicago;
their sale, Sotheby's New York, 26 January 2000, lot 42;
private collection, London

Statuette (Front), available at: http://www.gothicivories.courtauld.ac.uk/images/ivory/2a4d541c_44b0537f.html [Accessed 30 April 2014]

Overall the condition of the ivory is good with some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are some small losses including to Her crown, drapery at the proper right elbow and proper left knee, and to the proper right foot. There is some minor discolouration of the drapery at the proper left shin and to the left side at the reverse consistent with material. There is some stable hairline splitting to the surface consistent with material, including to the lower edge at the front and the tip of Her nose.
"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."