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A Steatite Figure of Amun, 26th/30th Dynasty, 664-342 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Steatite Figure of Amun
- Height 6 3/ 4 in. 17.2 cm.
seated on a stepped throne with tapering back pillar, holding the ankh in his left hand, and wearing a pleated royal kilt with central tab, braided beard with incised cheek-straps, and the cap of Amun, inserted plumes missing.
Provenance
Christie's, New York, June 14th, 1979, no. 183, illus.
New York Private Collection (Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, December 9th, 1981, no.174, illus.)
San Francisco private collection (Sotheby's, New York, November 24th, 1986, no. 180 , illus.)
Condition
good, nose chipped in two places, surface scratched overall, chisel marks on top of back pillar, chips on back of base, another on top of head next to mortise, minor nicks and abrasions elsewhere
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.