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Crucifix en ivoire sculpté et tourné, probablement Allemagne, XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- ivoire
- Haut. (ivoire) 45,5 cm
- Height (ivory) 18 in.
le Christ sur la croix entouré de deux Saints, sur un piétement en ivoire tourné à décor de rosaces et fleurettes ; sur un socle en bois noirci ; dans une vitrine en bois peint en rouge
Condition
Extremly fine carving, with surface dirt in the crevisses overall. Small lacks and replacements at several places, for example Christ's proper right arm, his halo, and some reconsolidation to the central ivory stem. Sold in its original wooden glass vitrine, the front window has become blind, some wear and scratches to the wooden structure.
"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."