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A Bronze Figure of a Divinity, 21st/26th Dynasty, 1075-525 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of a Divinity
- Height without tenon 4 15/16 in. 12.5 cm.
perhaps Seth, the animal-headed deity seated with his feet resting on a footstool and holding his clenched hands on his thighs, and wearing a striated kilt with central tab, wide belt, broad collar, and striated tripartite wig, a finely engraved line delineating the chest muscles, the face with incised mouth, dotted nostrils, eyes recessed for inlay (one inlay apparently remaining), and contoured eyebrows.
Provenance
Collection of Natacha Rambova (1897-1966)
Professor Donald P. Hansen (1932-1977), New York
Condition
very good, minor dents and abrasions
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.