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An Egyptian Wood Figure of an Ibis and a Bronze Figure of Osiris , Late Period, 716-30 B.C.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Wood Figure of an Ibis and a Bronze Figure of Osiris
- Wood
- Length of ibis 16 1/2 in. 41.9 cm
the ibis with separately carved neck and head, and bronze legs (belonging?), Osiris standing and wearing the atef-crown with ram's horns; traces of gesso and black bitumen.
Provenance
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, May 2nd, 1975, no. 50, illus.
Condition
head of Ibis is detached and not shown at correct angle in photograph, feet secured to base with modern metal fasteners, wood body split, bronze Osiris heavily corroded and with many areas of bronze disease.
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.