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An Egyptian Basalt Figure of a Baboon, Late Period, 716-30 B.C.
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Basalt Figure of a Baboon
- basalt
- Height 10 5/8 in. 27 cm.
sacred to the god Thoth, seated on a rectangular base with beveled front corners and resting his forepaws on his knees, the tail curved around to his left, his capelike mass of fur with scalloped edge.
Provenance
the painter Charles Lapicque (1898-1988), Paris
Condition
Fragmentary as shown, inside edges of tips of both index fingers slightly chipped, several of tips of toes are either lightly chipped or abraded, small chip across end of phallus, minor nicks and abrasions along edges of base, chip on top edge of base both in front and 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.