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An Attic Red-figured Pelike , circa 430-420 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- An Attic Red-figured Pelike
- terracotta
- Height 8 3/4 in. 22.2 cm.
painted on one side with a wreathed satyr running to right, looking back and dropping a drinking horn, and on the other side with a draped woman standing before a box, chevrons below each scene, tongues above.
Provenance
Robert Waring, acquired in 1949
by descent to the present owner
by descent to the present owner
Condition
Repaired above the foot, worn and misfired with large areas of black repaint, losses to glaze on handles and rim, areas of pitting, much wear and abrasion especially on side B.
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.