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Sun, Nov 20, 2016 12:00PM EST - Mon, Nov 21, 2016 12:00PM EST
Lot 2009

FLEMISH OLD MASTER OIL ON WOOD PANEL, C. 1550, H 10 1/4", W 6 1/2", "MARY OF BURGUNDY"

Estimate: $50,000 - $75,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000

FLEMISH OLD MASTER OIL ON WOOD PANEL, C. 1550, H 10 1/4", W 6 1/2", "MARY OF BURGUNDY": Depicting a young lady holding a covered vessel, adorned with jewels and wearing an elaborate turban style head-dress. Unsigned and framed.  Verso having a stamped 'H' in black (see photo detail); incised compass on the top right edge.  Ex. Collection Edward F. Fisher, Detroit Michigan (of Fisher Body).

Condition

As viewed under UV light in the unopened frame:  exceptional quality and detail; c. 10% to 15% spotty overpainting (generally small flecks) including, but not limited to, the following areas:  face, neck, upper chest, both hands, body and hair; overall stable, very fine craquelure; c. 5 1/2" long scratch going from the edge of the painting and her right shoulder up into her forehead (see photo details); holes on verso at top; wear, etc. to areas beyond image; modern outer frame.