Lot 422: Pair of Polychrome Carved Softwood Scholar Brackets or Bookends
Pair of Polychrome Carved Softwood Scholar Brackets or Bookends
probably French, Mid-16th century
each carved as a seated scholar reading from an open book, with deeply cut drapery, expressive features, and architectural block bases retaining traces of original polychrome throughout, with expected surface wear consistent with age
height 9 1/2 inches
Provenance: Collection of Barbara Rothschild Michaels and Roger Michaels of New York City and Ossining, New York; many items passed through the family from the Estate of Herbert and Nannette Rothschild
Appraised by Sotheby’s 1/24/1994 ($1,500)
Presents well, wear consistent with age, some loss
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Estimate: $300- $500
Auction Date: January 1, 2026
