Property of the Scherman Foundation - Tilman Riemenschneider, A Rare and Important Franconian Limewood figure of Saint Catherine, Circa 1505. Est. $4/6 million. © Sotheby's Images

NEW YORK.- On January 24, 2008, Sotheby’s New York will offer for sale a masterpiece by the German Medieval sculptor, Tilman Riemenschneider. The rare and important Franconian Limewood figure of Saint Catherine, circa 1505, is one of only two sculptures by the artist in private hands in the United States and only the second by the master to come to auction in either the United States or United Kingdom. A major work of Riemenschneider’s late style, the sculpture is estimated to sell for $4/6 million. Proceeds of the sale will benefit the Scherman Foundation which supports various non-profit organizations. Prior to auction, the sculpture will be on view from January 19-23, 2008.

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