Lot 132: ATTRIBUTED TO PIERRE REYMOND (1513-1584) FRENCH, LIMOGES, MID-16TH CENTURY | Saint John the Baptist in the desert

with a white label marked: COLLEZIONE SANGIORGI numbered: 19581, 24900, 9400, and 314, a label numbered: 59, and a fragmentary label on the reverse

enamel: 7.5cm., 2 7/8 in.<br />frame: 10.5cm., 4 1/8 in.

partially gilt painted enamel on copper, in a gilt bronze frame mounted a velvet covered frame

Overall the condition of the plaque is very good with some wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. The gilding has some wear, including at the staff and the halo of the Lamb. There is some minor wear, slight greening and tarnishing to the gilding of the frame. The cloth mount is discoloured and worn.
"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."

Milan, Galleria Pesaro, Le collezioni Agosti e Mendoza, December 1936, no. 47

G. Botta, Le collezioni Agosti e Mendoza, Milan, 1936, pl. XC

Giorgio Sangiorgi, Rome, by 1912;
Achillito Chiesa, Milan, late 1920s;
either the Agosti or Mendoza collection, Milan, until 1937