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A Bronze Balsamarium, Roman Imperial, circa 2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Balsamarium, Roman Imperial
- Bronze
- Height with handles 7 3/4 in. 19.7 cm.
with bell-shaped foot, the body in the form of the bust of charioteer wearing a sleeveless tunic, rope twisted around his neck, down his chest, and around the waist, and tight-fitting racing cap with flaps over the ears and tied beneath the chin, the lid missing, the swivel handle with duck head terminals.
Provenance
Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, January 20th, 1967, no. 172, illus.
Condition
As shown and described, surface somewhat worn overall, tiny hole above proper right eyebrow appear to be a casting flaw, there is some modern wax inside each of the handle rings.
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.