- 43
South German, Bavaria, circa 1500
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bishop Saint Enthroned
- limewood
- South German, Bavaria, circa 1500
Condition
Overall the condition of the wood is good with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. Four fingers on the proper left hand have been replaced, and a section of the hair on the proper left side has been restored. Further restored areas include: a section of the band to the proper right side of the Bishop's head, two sections at the edges of the folds of drapery in front of the Bishop's proper right leg, and a corner of the book. A section of the band to the proper left side of the Bishop's head appears to have been reattached. There is stable splitting to the wood consistent with the material, notably to the proper right side of the face and hat, to the proper left profile of the head and hat, to the chest, and to the bottom at the front. There are several chips and minor losses to the edges and high points, notably the top of the hat. There is a wood insert to the back of the Bishop's hat. There is evidence of minor non-active worming at the back. The bottom section of the base is made of pine and later.
"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
T. Müller, Die Bildwerke in Holz, Ton und Stein von der Mitte des XV. bis gegen Mitte des XVI. Jahrhunderts, cat. Bayerisches Nationalmusum, Munich, 1959, nos 44 and 63
T. Müller, Die Bildwerke in Holz, Ton und Stein von der Mitte des XV. bis gegen Mitte des XVI. Jahrhunderts, cat. Bayerisches Nationalmusum, Munich, 1959, nos 44 and 63