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A South German Painted Wood Bust of Mary Magdalene Early 16th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- height 16 1/4 in.
- 41 cm.
her head tilted slightly to the left, with a crown of flowers, her hair falling in long tresses over her shoulders, her red cloak carved with bold angular folds, holding the box of ointment in her left hand, an open book in her left, upon later chamfered base.
Condition
Some restoration to proper left hand. Refreshed paint throughout. Plugged aperture at top of head. Some worming and painted-over worm damage. Small paper-filled crack to bottom of back behind left elbow.
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.
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.