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A Bronze Figure of a Goddess, possibly the Muse Urania, Roman Imperial, circa 1st/2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of a Goddess, possibly the Muse Urania, Roman Imperial
- Bronze
- Height 7 in. 17.8 cm.
standing on a spool-shaped base with her weight resting on the left leg, a spherical object in her extended right hand, and wearing a himation over a sleeved chiton, instruments(?) emerging from her sash, the eyes with remains of silver inlay, her wavy hair parted in the center, bound into a broad plait at the back, and arranged in a top-knot, the base inscribed with the Greek word for "gift."
Provenance
Edward Smith, New York (Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, March 23rd, 1972, no. 147, illus.)
Condition
Figure attached to its base with modern screws, surface slightly worn overall, small areas of possible bronze disease in back, otherwise as shown and described.
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.