- 10
English, 15th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Man's Iconographic Ring with Saint Barbara and Saint Peter
- inscribed on the inside: Oculi mei Semper ad Dominum (My eyes are always towards the Lord)
- gold
- English, 15th century
Provenance
Private collection, Germany
Condition
Overall, the condition of the gold is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are some minor nicks, in particular to the edges, including two small dents to the left edge on Saint Barbara's side at the height of her shoulder and elbow, and several small nicks to the edge between the figures. There are several minor scratches, including to the inside of the hoop. There is some very minor tarnishing to the inside of the hoop. There is some very minor warping to the bezel and hoop in areas.
"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
O. M. Dalton, Catalogue of Finger Rings in the Franks Bequest, cat. British Museum, London, 1912, pp. 112-768
O. M. Dalton, Catalogue of Finger Rings in the Franks Bequest, cat. British Museum, London, 1912, pp. 112-768