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Sixteen full-page miniatures of the Life of Christ [Armenia, 17th century]
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- illuminated manuscript on vellum
105x73mm, vellum, a quire of 16 leaves in a vellum wrapper, 16 full-page miniatures arranged in pairs on facing pages, probably the prefatory cycle of a Gospel Book, some rubbing and smudging, with wide margins, stained and creased with some defective edges, in a fitted green and gilt morocco box
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing where appropriate.
"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
From the collection of Neil F. Phillips (1924-97), of Montreal, New York, and Virginia (his no.1186); acquired from Christie’s, 24 November 1993, lot 22; his sale in our rooms, 2 December 1997, lot 85.
The subjects of the miniatures are: (1) f.2v, the Annunciation to the Virgin; (2) f.3r, the Adoration of the Magi; (3) f.4v, the Presentation in the Temple; (4) f.5r, the Baptism of Christ; (5) f.6v, the Transfiguration; (6) f.7r, the Raising of Lazarus; (7) f.8v, the Entry into Jerusalem; (8) f.9r, the Last Supper; (9) f.10v, Christ washing the feet of the Disciples; (10) f. 11r, the Betrayal; (11) f. 12v, Christ carrying the Cross; (12) f.13r, the Crucifixion; (13) f.14v, the Resurrection; (14) f.15r, the Ascension; (15) f.16v, Pentecost; (16) f.17r, the Last Judgment.