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Jean Limosin II (circa 1616-after 1646) French, Limoges, second quarter 17th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Coronation of the Virgin
- monogrammed: I.[I.]
- painted enamel and silver foil on copper, in a later gilt metal mount and in a velvet covered wood frame
- Jean Limosin II (circa 1616-after 1646) French, Limoges, second quarter 17th century
inscribed: ccnnn on the reverse of the enamel
Provenance
Willem Hugo de Monchy, Rotterdam, until 1965;
and thence by family descent, United Kingdom
and thence by family descent, United Kingdom
Condition
Overall the condition of the enamel is very good with some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are small areas of restoration to the bottom left and right corners of the plaque. The restorer has misinterpreted the second part of the monogram, finishing the top half of the second letter as an "I" as opposed to an "L". There is some minor wear to the gilding, including an area to the left of the head of the Holy Spirit. There are five small holes for mounting along the edge.
There is some tarnishing to the gilt mount. The velvet covered wood backing of the frame is slightly warped and loose. The frame has a stand and a metal loop for hanging.
"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."