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A Persian Terracotta Rhyton, Southwest Caspian Area, 1200-900 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Persian Terracotta Rhyton, Southwest Caspian Area
- Length 10 1/2 in. 26.7 cm.
in the form a zebu standing with spouted head erect, with cylindrical body, ridged tail, conical hump, small dewlap, and pierced ears, one with bronze earring.
Provenance
probably acquired in New York in the 1970s/early 1980s
Condition
good for an object of this kind, repaired from several fragments with small areas of fill and inpainting along the breaklines, at least two legs repaired, both horns and tip of spout restored, small nicks and scratches overall, three small holes drilled underneath the body
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.