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An Egyptian Wood Forearm from an Over-lifesize Figure of a Man, Middle Kingdom, probably 12th Dynasty, 1938-1759 B.C.
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Wood Forearm from an Over-lifesize Figure of a Man
- Length without tenon 15 3/4 in. 40 cm.
the clenched hand formerly holding a walking staff, three of the fingers with ivory-or shell-inset fingernails remaining, an inserted square tenon for attachment to the upper arm; remains of black and red pigment.
Provenance
private collection, Paris, 1950s
French private collection, acquired in the 1960s
Galerie Serres, Paris
French private collection, acquired in the 1960s
Galerie Serres, Paris
Literature
Sotheby's, New York, June 6th, 2006, no. 61, illus.
Condition
good and as shown; note checks in the wood and missing finger and thumbnail; end of thumb chipped; base of forearm fragmentary around the ancient wood tenon.
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.