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Anonymous (18th Century/19th Century)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Anonymous
- 18th Century-Style Spanish Colonial Pectoral Cross and Four 18th/19th Century Double-Sided Devotional Pendants
- One Devotional Pendant: inscribed Diego Reino Sofas
Pectoral Cross: Gold with glass backing
Two Andean Devotional Pendants: painted on copper with silver border
Two South American School Pendants: carved polychrome ivory, one with silver gilt filigree border and the other with silver border- Pectoral Cross: Height: 5 5/8 in. Diameter: 3 1/4 in; Pendants: Height: 3 1/4 in. each
- Pectoral Cross: Height: 14 cm Diameter: 8.3 cm; Pendants: Height: 8.3 cm
Provenance
Galerias Cristóbal, Mexico City
Private Collection, San Antonio
Private Collection, San Antonio
Condition
Pectoral Cross: A light layer of debris and tarnish/oxidation is visible under the glass backing. Rubbing and oxidation is present along the chain detail that surrounds the cross.
Four Double-Sided Devotional Pendants: The silver borders have visible tarnish/oxidation. A layer of debris and rubbing is visible to the pendants with the carved polychrome ivory. Rubbing and very minor paint loss is visible to the pendants with the painted depictions. Overall, these works are in very 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Latin American Art Department before bidding.