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Lot 86: LÉONARD LIMOSIN (1500-1580), LIMOGES, 1554 BUST OF CHRIST |

Est: €40,000 EUR - €60,000 EURSold:
Sotheby'sParis, FranceOctober 30, 2018

Item Overview

Description

circular polychromed painted enamel with gold highlights plaque ; with "fondant" counter-enamel ;
signed LEONARD LIMOSIN and dated  1554
in a wooden frame applied with enamel ornaments on each corner, 19th century

Dimensions

D. (plaque) 27 cm, 10 1/2  in. ; Frame : 38 x 38 cm, 15 x 15 in.

Condition Report

In overall good condition with minor scratches over the surface of the enamel consistent with age and handling, notably on Christ's forehead and on His proper right cheek . The later wood frame with a few minor losses to the paint, wear to the gilding and a few scratches to the enamelled elements.
"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."

Provenance

Baronne Gabrielle Bentinck-Thyssen Collection
With J. Kugel Gallery, Paris
Yves Saint-Laurent - Pierre Bergé Collection

Payment & Shipping

Payment

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Shipping

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Auction Details

Pierre Bergé: From One Home to Another

by
Sotheby's
October 30, 2018, 07:00 PM CET

76, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré CS 10010, Paris, Il-De-France, 75384, FR

Terms

Live bidding may start higher or lower

Buyer's Premium

€1 - 180,000:25.0%
€180,001 - 2,000,000:20.0%
€2,000,001+:12.9%

Bidding Increments

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€4,200€4,799€300
€4,800€4,999€200
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€4,800,000€4,999,999€200,000
€5,000,000€9,999,999€500,000
€10,000,000+€1,000,000

Conditions of Sale

Conditions of Sale

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