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PORTUGUESE, 17TH CENTURYRELIQUARY BUST OF A SAINT WITH A RED COAT |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- 57 x 33 x 30 cm ; 22 1/2 x 13 x 11 3/4 in.
polychromed and gilt wood
Provenance
Chapel of the Palace of Rato, residence of the Dukes of Palmela, Lisbon
Collection of D. Manuel de Souza e Holstein Beck (1932-2011), Count of Povoa
Sale his, Palacio do Correio Velho, Lisbon, 19 June 2012, Lot 163
Collection of D. Manuel de Souza e Holstein Beck (1932-2011), Count of Povoa
Sale his, Palacio do Correio Velho, Lisbon, 19 June 2012, Lot 163
Condition
Overall in good condition with wear to the gilding and polychromy throughout, including minor losses, flaking and craquelure. Polychromy refreshed in areas, particularly the skin tones. Possible concealed restorations to proper right hand. Minor splitting, including to collar, and non-active worming. Chip to bottom edge at front.
"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."