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FRENCH, 16TH CENTURY, TWO ELEPHANT IVORY THREE-FACED PRAYER BEADS |
估價
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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描述
- H. 4.5 cm & 4 cm ; 1 3/4 in. & 1 1/2 in.
each carved with Christ, Virgin and a skull ; with gilt-metal pendant loop
出版
A. Tapié, Vanité - Mort que me veux-tu?, exh. cat. Fondation Pierre Bergé - Yves Saint Laurent, 2010, p. 90 (for one)
Condition
In overall fairly good condition with wear to the carving and surface dirt consistent with age and handling. A few vertical splits are visible consistent with the material. The thorns on Christ's crown are broken.
"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."