Circle of Leonard Kern (German 1588-1662): A carved ivory allegorical figure of Summer

In the style of Belletestes of Dieppe, the nude figure carrying bunches of fruit in both hands either side of her body, with vine leaves between, on an integrally carved ivory plinth and later ebony and ivory outswept rectangular pedestal, 19.3cm high overall - Estimate: £3,000 - 5,000 - Non adjugé.

Bonhams. Early European Works of Art and Sculpture, including The Avery Collection, Knightsbridge Furniture, Carpets and Rugs, 11 Dec 2007. Knightsbridge