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A Flemish boxwood group of the Virgin and Child 17th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- height 11 ½ in.; 29.2 cm.
- 29.2 cm
with later inlaid ebonized wood base.
Provenance
Collection of Cortlandt F. Bishop, New York
Condition
Minor wear. Loss to one of Christ's toes and small repairs to one foot on each figure. Some cracks to base.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This well-carved and tender depiction of Virgin and Child is very closely related to a statuette in the style of Nicolaas Vander Veken, sold Sotheby’s London, 12th December 1991. For similar works by Nicolaas Vander Veken, see J. Vanderbrugge, "Een Pieta van de Mechelse beeldsnijder Nicolaas Vander Veken (1637-1709)" in Antiek, May 1983, pp. 529-530 and M. Mommeye, "Gemerkte beelden van Nicolaas Vander Veken" in Antiek, August/September 1978.