Italian, Venice, second half 14th century

Hector Binney, Pampisford Hall, Cambridge, until 1986;
and thence by family descent;
his estate sale, Sotheby’s London, 5 December 1989, lot 189;
Sotheby’s London, December 1995, lot 8

Overall the condition of the corpus is good with wear and some minor dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling. The gilding has largely rubbed off and the surface of the metal itself is slightly rubbed at the knee, nose and back of the hands. There are a few minor nicks including on the abdomen and the reverse of the proper right shoulder. There is a corroded nail in the proper right foot. The condition of the modern stand is excellent.
"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."

This lot compares well to a Crucified Christ formerly in the Linsky collection and now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (inv. no. 1982.60.397).