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Attributed to the circle of Jörg Lederer South German, circa 1520-30
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- a polychrome and giltwood relief of the gathering of Manna from Heaven
- South German, circa 1520-30
Provenance
Xavier Scheidwimmer Gallery, Munich in 1960
Condition
Overall surface dirt. There have been losses to the polychrome and gilding as is evident in the catalogue photograph and this flaking will need stabilising. The paint is very thick and there appears to be refreshing in particular to the faces Some worming in particular to the left side.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The scene is inspired by the miraculous food provided for the children of Israel on their journey into Egypt as was described in the book of Exodus chapter 16, verse 15
RELATED LITERATURE
A.Feulner, Die Deutsche des 16 Plastik des 16 Jahrunderts, Munich 1926, no 52