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German, Cologne, circa 1525-30
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Panel with a Franciscan monk
- stained glass
- German, Cologne, circa 1525-30
Provenance
Probably Cloister of Saint Cecilia, Cologne, now the site of the Schnütgen Museum;
The Royal House of Hanover, Schloss Marienburg, Hanover;
by descent to Prince Ernst August of Hanover, Schloss Marienburg, Hanover;
his sale, Sotheby's, Hanover, 5-15 October 2005, lot 1304
The Royal House of Hanover, Schloss Marienburg, Hanover;
by descent to Prince Ernst August of Hanover, Schloss Marienburg, Hanover;
his sale, Sotheby's, Hanover, 5-15 October 2005, lot 1304
Condition
Overall the condition of the glass is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are traces of at least two releading campaigns. There are a few replaced panels around the borders. There are fissures to the lower and upper left corners which were neatly repaired with lead. There is some damage to the edge of the panel with the proper left sleeve. There are some areas of scratching to the paint, particularly around the habit. There are two copper loops for hanging.
"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."