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Southern Netherlandish, Malines, early 16th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- a gilt and painted wood group of St. Ursula
sheltering four virgins beneath her cloak at her feet, with original gilt lead crown pierced with foliate scrolls, the back with indistinct three bar mark
Provenance
Blumka Gallery, New York
Kofler collection, Lucerne, inventory no. K332
Condition
The overall condition is good. There is much original gilding and polychrome which has been refreshed in some parts. Left hand and attribute to the right hand missing. The rare lead alloy crown appears original but has become slightly misshapen and has losses at the back. There are some chips and scratches consistent with age.
"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
St. Ursula was martyred at Cologne following her return from a pilgrimage to Rome with eleven thousand maidens. In this depiction, four diminutive virgins shelter at her feet. Another Malines version of St. Ursula, equally with four maidens, is preserved in the Hôpital Notre Dame, Malines.