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A Bronze Figure of Osiris inscribed with the name Hornefer, 26th/30th Dynasty, 664-342 B.C.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of Osiris inscribed with the name Hornefer
- Height from modern base 10 1/2 in. 26.7 cm.
the eyes with remains of electrum overlay.
Provenance
Peter Snyder, acquired by his grandfather in Egypt in the 1920s (Christie's, New York, June 5th, 1998, no. 99, illus.)
Literature
Galerie Günter Puhze, Kunst der Antike, Catalogue 20, Freiburg im Breisgau, 2006, no. 201, illus.
Condition
Small dents on edge of proper right plume have beenrestored, some of the details over the implements have lost some of their definition due to cleaning, otherwise very good
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.