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FRENCH, LIMOGES, FIRST HALF 13TH CENTURY | Corpus Christi
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Corpus Christi
- partially enamelled copper, with traces of gilding, in a red velvet lined ebonised wood frame
- corpus: 17 by 13cm., 6 5/8 by 5 1/8 in.frame: 30 by 26cm., 11¾ by 10¼in.
with four labels inscribed respectively with variations of: Bxl / Abbé Ducarme / Mons /1; another inscribed: Collection de / l'Abbé Joseph DUCARME / curé de Ste Elisabeth / 1 rue de la Biche / Mons; and a detailed catalogue entry titled: Christ roman and inscribed: Enghien Exposition 1964, all to the reverse of the frame
Provenance
Abbé Joseph Ducarme, Mons;
thence by descent to the present owner
thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
Enghien, Exposition, 1964, no. 20
Condition
Overall, the condition of the corpus is good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are small losses to the enamel in areas. There is rubbing to the surface, in particular to the torso and the feet. The proper right hand has been replaced at the wrist, and the top half of the proper left hand has been replaced. The later wood and velvet base is in very good condition.
"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."