Spanish, 13th century

Church of Salinas de Monréal, Navarre, by repute
Mrs. Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, purchased in New York in 1929

There is overall wear and chipping to polychromy on both Madonna and child with some worming throughout (visible in catalogue image). Losses due to worming on proper right side of throne and to edges on proper left side of throne. Losses to front of base around her proper right foot. Both of Virgin's hands and Child's proper right hand have been replaced. Some restoration to Child, particularly lower area of feet. Both crowns replaced. Age cracks. Some glue fill to one crack under child's foot and to side of drapery. Some losses due to worming on Child's knee and the back of Child's head. Polychromy refreshed throughout, perhaps in the 17th century and later. Overall stable and in otherwise 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.
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.