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A Roman Bronze Figure of a Humped Bull or Zebu, circa 1st/2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Bronze Figure of a Humped Bull or Zebu
- Bronze
- Height 2 9/16 in. 6.5 cm.
standing with its head turned slightly to the left, with heavy dewlap, finely detailed face, and engraved wavy hair on the forehead and ears.
Provenance
said to be from Caesarea in Cappadocia
Ernest Brummer (Sotheby & Co., Catalogue of the Ernest Brummer Collection of Egyptian and Near Eastern Antiquities and Works of Art, November 17th, 1964, no. 161, illus.)
Spink & Son, Ltd., London, acquired in the above sale
Ernest Brummer (Sotheby & Co., Catalogue of the Ernest Brummer Collection of Egyptian and Near Eastern Antiquities and Works of Art, November 17th, 1964, no. 161, illus.)
Spink & Son, Ltd., London, acquired in the above sale
Condition
Very good, side not shown in photo in same condition as side shown, crisp engraved details.
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.