ITALIAN, PROBABLY FRIULI, 17TH CENTURY | SAINT MATTHEW AND THE ANGEL

Property of a Private European Collector
ITALIAN, PROBABLY FRIULI, 17TH CENTURY
SAINT MATTHEW AND THE ANGEL

polychrome walnut
height 41 in.; 104cm.

Condition Report:
Overall the condition of the wood is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The sculpture is made in sections and there are visible stable joints throughout, some are open. There spine of the book is lost. There is minor non active worming to the wood throughout. Losses to the projecting feet. Losses to Matthew's proper right fingers. Remnants of original paint throughout with various losses and craquelure throughout. Some minor losses to the edges and various small chips. Minor stable splitting to the wood consistent with the material.

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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.