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LOT 0389
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33,020
LARGE MEDIEVAL FINE SANDSTONE VIRGIN AND CHILD STATUE
LORRAINE, FRANCE, C.1320-1340 AD
27 1/2" (35.2 kg, 70cm).
LORRAINE, FRANCE, C.1320-1340 AD
27 1/2" (35.2 kg, 70cm).
A substantial carved sandstone figure of the Madonna and Child; Mary depicted seated on a rectangular pedestal wearing a floor-length gown gathered at the waist, mantle to the shoulders and wimple beneath a crown with acanthus-leaf ornament, her right hand resting on her thigh and holding a bunch of grapes; infant Jesus on her left knee wearing a loose swaddling, holding a partly-furled scroll in his hands. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Acquired Lempertz, 12 May 2012; previously in a private German collection; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.10880-181004.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
