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A Syrian Basalt Figure of a Woman, circa 2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- A Syrian Basalt Figure of a Woman
- Height 31 in. 78.7 cm.
standing on a rectangular base with his right hand on her chest, and wearing shoes, long tunic, mantle falling from the left shoulder, and necklace with crescentic pendant.
Provenance
acquired by the present owner in Beirut in 1974
Condition
as shown, note large chip between knees and abrasions to sides of base, back in much the same condition as the front
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.
Catalogue Note
For related figures see M. Dentzer and J. Dentzer-Fedy, Le Djebel al-arab: histoire et patrimoine au Musée de Suweida, Paris, 1991, no. 12, pl. 4, and H.Th. Bossert, Altsyrien, Tübingen, 1951, no. 490, pl. 151.