STAIR
Live Auction

Friday Afternoon at Stair

Fri, Jul 19, 2019 02:00PM EDT
Lot 150

Group of Four Continental Religious Objects

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Comprising:

A carved giltwood figure of Mary and Jesus on a plinth

A gilt-metal figure of Mary crushing a serpent

A cast patinated metal plaque of Jesus taken from the Cross into Mary's arms

A gilt terracotta plaque of Jesus on the cross

The largest 9 1/2 in. high.

Property from a Private Connecticut Collection

Condition

Each with wear.The carved wood figure with wear and some losses to the surface.The gilt-metal figure with wear and oxidation to the surface, some losses to the gilding. The halo is slightly loose.The metal with minor wear, the support is bruised and probably a later addition.The terracotta plaque with some losses to the edges and to one corner. The decoration is worn and somewhat hard to read.Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.