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An Etruscan Terracotta Votive Profile Head of a Youth, circa 4th Century B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Etruscan Terracotta Votive Profile Head of a Youth
- Terracotta
- Height 12 in. 30.5 cm.
facing right, the eye with incised iris and dotted pupil, his unruly hair falling in long wavy locks over the forehead and temple, a circular vent hole in back.
Provenance
acquired in the 1960s/1970s
Condition
jaw chipped in one place, two or three minor chips or lost inclusions along edge of veil and a large superficial chip on top of veil in front, stress crack running across upper neck and half of veil in back.
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.