- 3
French, possibly Rheims, 12th/13th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- pair of green men
- limestone
Provenance
Sotheby's Sussex, 12 May 2005, lot 34
Condition
There is wear, weathering and dirt to the surface consistent with age and placement outside. There are a few losses. There are a few old restorations.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
W. Anderson and C. Hicks, Green Man. The Archetype of our Oneness with the Earth, London/ San Francisco, 1990, p. 47, fig. 33 and p. 85, fig. 68; T. Negus, 'Medieval Foliate Heads: a photographic study of Green Men and Green Beasts in Britain', Folklore, vol. 114, 2003, p. 259, plate 24