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Attributed to Julien Robillard French, Paris, second half 19th century In Renaissance style
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Holy Water Stoup with the Baptism of Christ
- partially gilt painted enamel on copper, within a leather box
- Attributed to Julien Robillard French, Paris, second half 19th century In Renaissance style
inscribed: I.R. / 1562 Limoges and: LIMOGES. 1562, and with a label on the reverse inscribed: EXPOSITION D'ART RELIGIEUX / LA PSALLETTE DE NANTES / 1933 and further inscribed in ink and pencil
Exhibited
Nantes, La Psalette, Exposition d'art religieux, 1933
Condition
Overall the condition of the enamel is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. Some of the white enamel in the foliage decoration in the top section has been overpainted. There are a few losses to the enamel, including above the vignette with God the Father, the joint between the main section and the top section, and to the bottom of the main section behind the basin, as well as the bottom of the basin itself. These losses are mirrored on the counter-enamel. There is greening to the copper around the basin, as well as whitish encrustation to the copper inside the basin. The metal curl joining the main section to the bottom of the basin has become detached, but it is stable. There is minor wear and ghosting to some of the gilding, including the rays.
There is minor general wear to the leather case, consistent with age.
"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 a similar set of framed plaques attributed to Julien Robillard in the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge (inv. no. M.45-1904).