Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023
Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 792
Large British Biblical Needlework
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
19th century, inscribed across bottom in gilt "Then Pilate took water, and washed his hands, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person. Matt. Chap.27 V.24.", depicting Governor Pontius Pilate having his hands washed of blood by a servant in foreground, with window in background framing scene of Christ carrying cross, sight 39-1/8 x 34 in.; elaborate scroll decorated gilt wood frame, 49-1/2 x 44-3/8 in.
Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition
unfinished edge visible in upper left corner, lifting to black reverse painted liner, loss to gilt, chips, cracks, and losses to scrollwork on frame, old wood panel backing with cracks, warping, and separation
