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A Marble Idol, Kusura Type, Early Bronze Age II, circa 2700-2300 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Marble Idol, Kusura Type
- marble
- Height 5 1/8 in. 13 cm.
with rounded body, short tapering arms, long neck, and elliptical head.
Provenance
Michael Waltz, Munich
G. Bossert Collection, Germany, acquired from the above in 1974
G. Bossert Collection, Germany, acquired from the above in 1974
Condition
Very good and as shown in catalogue. Reverse remains heavily encrusted, and with ancient chipping across part of the top of the head.
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.
Catalogue Note
Cf. J. Thimme, ed., Kunst und Kultur der Kykladeninseln im 3. Jahrtausend v. Chr., Karlsruhe, 1976, no. 517, for a related example.