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FRANCE, LIMOGES, CIRCA 1500, WORKSHOP OF NARDON PÉNICAUD (1470-1541), THE CORONATION OF THE VIRGIN | The Coronation of the Virgin
Estimate
4,500 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- painted enamel oval medallion; in a gilt-copper frame
- painted enamel, gilt copper frame
- 9 x 7.5 cm; 3 1/2 by 3 in.
Provenance
European private collection.
Condition
The medallion is in overall good condition with a few minor lacks to the borders, in particular to the top center and lower left edge. A few minor scratches to the surface and overall minor wear to the varnish consistent with age and handling. The golden brass frame with some minor oxidation. Very nice enamel.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The range of colors used in the present enamel and the delicate drawing of the faces with high foreheads, are caracteristic of the Limoges productions circa 1500. The Gothic arcade in the background is typical of the Master of the Orléans Tryptich and the workshop of Nardon Pénicaud and Jean I Pénicaud, see for exemple his Pietà in the Louvre museum (inv. no. OA4011). REFERENCES BIBLIOGRAPHIQUES:
Ph. Verdier, Catalogue of the Painted Enamels of the Renaissance. Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, 1967, p. 33, fig. 19 et p. 38, fig. 22; S. Baratte, Les émaux peints de Limoges, musée du Louvre, Paris, 2000, p. 52.
Ph. Verdier, Catalogue of the Painted Enamels of the Renaissance. Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, 1967, p. 33, fig. 19 et p. 38, fig. 22; S. Baratte, Les émaux peints de Limoges, musée du Louvre, Paris, 2000, p. 52.