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A Cycladic Marble Torso of a Goddess, Early Bronze Age II, circa 2300-2200 B.C.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- A Cycladic Marble Torso of a Goddess
- marble
- Height 6 1/16 in. 15.3 cm.
of Dokathismata type, lying with her angular arms folded above her pregnant belly.
Provenance
Michael Waltz, Munich
G. Bossert Collection, Germany, acquired from the above in 1974
G. Bossert Collection, Germany, acquired from the above in 1974
Exhibited
"Kunst und Kultur der Kykladeninseln im 3. Jahrtausend v. Chr," Badisches Landesmuseum Karlsruhe, June 25th - October 10th, 1976
Literature
Jürgen Thimme, ed., Kunst und Kultur der Kykladeninseln im 3. Jahrtausend v. Chr., catalogue of the exhibition, Karlsruhe, 1976, p. 481, no. 232, illus. (p. 289)
Condition
As shown in catalogue --the figure is repaired across the abdomen along the line of proper right forearm---chips visible in the photo, the back heavily encrusted.
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.