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Maya seated figure of a dignitary, Jaina, Late Classic, ca. A.D. 550-950
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
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the face finely tattooed and wearing high waisted sashed loincloth, large shell pectoral and with headband decorated with medallions and tufted featherwork; areas of blue, white and deep red pigment.
Provenance
Stendahl Galleries, 1976
Condition
Overall good, fine headdress, arms, legs, but has loss on corner of sash on the lap as shown, 1/4 of the shell medallion is restored, repair at the neck. Some surface loss on the back shoulder. Good coloring and facial details.
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.