- 641
POSSIBLY MEXICAN, CIRCA 1500 | Corpus
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Corpus
- polychrome wood
- height of Christ 40 3/4 in.; 103.5 cm.height of cross (associated) 63 3/4 in.; 162 cm.
Provenance
Collection of Millicent Rogers (1902-1953);
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
Standard surface abrasions, small losses, and chipping throughout. Various layers of polychromy. Worming resulting in some restorations including: shoulder areas where the separately carved pieces are joined; part of eyelids and nose; his neck; and lower portion of perizonium. Several fingers and toes reattached or restored. Consolidation in head. Associated cross with some losses and age cracks.
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.