Lot 4
  • 4

Netherlandish, Malines, by Tobias van Tissenaken (1596-1624)

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description

  • Christ's Entry into Jerusalem
  • monogrammed TT 
  • partially gilt alabaster relief ; in a gilt wood pastiglia frame
  • relief: 10 x 12,5 cm, cadre: 19,5 x 22,5 cm; relief : 4 by 5 in., frame: 7 3/4 by 9 in.

Provenance

Mes Beaussant Lefèvre sale, Paris, 3 June 1994, lot 146.

Literature

Exposition de Sculptures anglaises et malinoises d'albâtre, exh. cat. Musées royaux d'art et d'histoire, Bruxelles, 1967.

Condition

Overall good condition with remains of gilding. Several fissures to the alabaster. Frame with lacks of gilding.
"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

Tobias van Tissenaken was active from 1596 until his death in 1629. He was elected dean of the Guild of Saint-Luke of Mechelen in 1619.