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A Roman Style Marble Relief 20th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- height 45 in., width 43 1/2 in., depth 4 1/2 in.
- 114 cm., 111 cm., 11.5 cm.
inspired by the Ludovisi Battle Sarcophagus, mid 3rd century AD, in the Museo Nazionale Romano, Rome.
Provenance
Anna and Edward Smith Collection, Weehawken, New Jersey, mid 1970s
acquired by the present owner in Japan in 1977
Literature
Cornelius Vermeule, Hellenistic and Roman Cuirassed Statues, Boston, 1980, p. 142, no. 98, illus. (reversed)
Condition
Losses and wear throughout. Some restored large cracks.
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.