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Christ d'applique, France, Limoges, premier tiers du XIIIe siècle
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Christ d'applique
- en émail champlevé bleu foncé et blanc ; les yeux en cabochons de pâte de verre ; dans un encadrement en bois doré tendu de velours rouge
- (Christ) 10 x 8,4 cm; (Corpus Christi) 4 by 3 1/3 in.
Le traitement stylisé du corps du Christ hérité de la tradition byzantine est caractéristique de la production limousine des XIIe et XIIIe siècles. Il devait initialement orner une plaque de reliure, un crucifix ou une châsse.
Condition
Very good condition overall with general wear to the gilt surface. The eyes appear to be original, the arms are good, minor losses to the enamelin the perizonium.
"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."