Indo-Portuguese, 18th century

Overall the condition of the ivory is good, with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, with particular dirt in the crevices. The arms are carved separately and joints are visible. A section of the loincloth on the proper right side is carved separately and detaches. There is a small loss to this section. There are losses to four of the fingers on the proper right hand and to three on the proper left hand. One of the toes on the proper right foot is also lost. There is stable splitting to the ivory throughout, consistent with the material. There is some corrosion to the metal nails and mounts and to the crown of thorns, which is slightly loose in its setting. The wood cross is composed of two sections, and the wood rods holding them in place are slightly loose. There is wear to the wood, including some minor stable splitting and a few minor losses around the edges.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
M.M. Estella Marcos, Ivories from the far eastern provinces of Spain and Portugal, Monterrey, 1997, pp. 192-193, 200-201, nos. 90 and 95