- 54
Flemish, Malines, first quarter 16th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Virgin and Child
- stamped with the Malines three-bar mark on the reverse
- gilt and polychromed walnut
- Flemish, Malines, first quarter 16th century
Condition
Overall the condition of the wood is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are losses to the gilding and paint, particularly at the base, the high points in the drapery and noses. Some areas of the polychromy, specifically the hands were probably refreshed. There is an area of restoration at the back of the head of the Virgin. There are a few wormholes consistent with material which have possibly caused the small loses to either side of the head of the Virgin and the the lower edge at the reverse.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
S. Guillot de Suduiraut, Sculptures brabançonnes du Musée du Louvre. Bruxelles, Malines, Anvers. XVe-XVIe siècles, cat. Musée du Louvre, Paris, 2001, pp. 102-103, no. 12, fig. 12; P. Williamson, Netherlandish Sculpture 1450-1550, London, 2002, pp. 122-123, no. 36
S. Guillot de Suduiraut, Sculptures brabançonnes du Musée du Louvre. Bruxelles, Malines, Anvers. XVe-XVIe siècles, cat. Musée du Louvre, Paris, 2001, pp. 102-103, no. 12, fig. 12; P. Williamson, Netherlandish Sculpture 1450-1550, London, 2002, pp. 122-123, no. 36