South French, 14th century

There are several losses, including to: the edges, notably the right edge, the bottom edge, Christ's feet, the Virgin's chin, and Christ's perizonium at the proper right hip. The figures's facial features have largely worn. There are chips and abrasions throughout, in particular to the high points and to the tips of Christ's fingers. There is some dark staining to the surface around the upper half of the relief and on some of the high points of the lower half. There are possible remnants of an inscription to the top edge, and there are some black marks to the underside and to the top right corner. The underside is padded with four pieces of felt. Otherwise the condition is stable, with some dirt and wear consistent with age.
"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."

Theodore Offerman, New York;
his sale, American Art Association New York, 11-13 November 1939, lot 441;
George A. Douglass;
his sale, Sotheby's New York, 12 January 1996, lot 1011