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French, first half 12th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Corpus Christi
- bronze
- French, first half 12th century
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 22 March 1966, lot 61;
private collection, Switzerland;
and thence by family descent
private collection, Switzerland;
and thence by family descent
Literature
P. Bloch, Romanische Bronzekruzifixe. Bronzegeräte des Mittelalters 5, Berlin, 1992, p. 214, no. VB 9, pl. 94
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling with a few minor nicks throughout. There is rubbing to the patina at the head, perezonium and legs. There are some small areas of greening in the crevices. There are lead patches at the reverse of the proper left shoulder and the right calf.
"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."