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Southern German, in 15th century style
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Männleinleuchter' candlestick
- metal
- Southern German, in 15th century style
Condition
Overall, the condition of the candlestick is good, with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some rubbing to gilding of the metal, including to the high points, to the man's chest and back and to the legs. There are a few nicks and scratches, particularly to the high points, including to the nose, to the points of the sleeves and to the edges and corners of the base. The metal rim around the drip pans is very slightly warped, and there seem to be a few small losses and re-attachments. There are various nicks and scratches to the gilded surface. There is some candle wax residue around the candle holders, on the drip pan on the proper right side and on the top of the base. There are protective paper pads under two of the feet.
"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
Compare with the example in the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum, Munich (Jarmuth, op. cit.) and that in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford (Warren, op. cit.).
RELATED LITERATURE
K. Jarmuth, Lichter Leuchten im Abendland: Zweitausend Jahre Beleuchtungskörper, Munich, 1967, fig. 104; J. Warren, Medieval and Renaissance Sculpture: A Catalogue of the Collection in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, vol. 1, Sculptures in Metal, Oxford, 2014, pp. 305-308, no. 82
RELATED LITERATURE
K. Jarmuth, Lichter Leuchten im Abendland: Zweitausend Jahre Beleuchtungskörper, Munich, 1967, fig. 104; J. Warren, Medieval and Renaissance Sculpture: A Catalogue of the Collection in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, vol. 1, Sculptures in Metal, Oxford, 2014, pp. 305-308, no. 82