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A Limestone Canopic Jar Lid, early 13th Dynasty, circa 1759-1730 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Limestone Canopic Jar Lid
- Height 5 in. 12.7 cm.
wearing a wide wig leaving the large ears uncovered, his broad face with strong chin, wide mouth indented at the corners, prominent cheekbones, and large almond-shaped eyes.
Provenance
Charles Dikran Kelekian (1900-1982), New York
David Liebert, New York
David Liebert, New York
Condition
as shown; note surface chips and damaged nose, right eye, and forehead, much modern grime has accrued on surface
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
The features of the face, particularly the distinctly upturned corners of the mouth, are very similar to those of the bust of King Amenemhat V in Vienna; cf. Biri Fay "Amenemhat V---Vienna/Assuan", Mitteilungen des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts, Abteilung Kairo., vol. 44 , 1988, pls. 21-22.