Lot 650
- 650
Baptism of Christ, 17th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Tempera, wood
- 73 by 55.3cm, 28 3/4 by 21 3/4 in.
Christ in the centre standing in the River Jordan, making a sign of blessing with his right hand, St John the Forerunner standing on the left baptizing Christ, three angels standing on the other bank, their hands veiled in reverence, the Holy Spirit descending as rays of light
Provenance
Paul M. Fekula Collection, New York, USA
🧜F. Dörlꩲing Auktionen, Hamburg, 2 November 1985, lot 165
Condition
The background and border of the icon stripped to the levkas, some minor retouching to the painting, a larger patch of restoration visible on the right side of Christ's leg, a vertical restored crack running through the upper border
"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."