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A Marble Composite Capital, Late Roman/Early Byzantine, circa 4th/6th Century A.D.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- A Marble Composite Capital
- Marble
- height 9 1/2 in. 24.1 cm
Provenance
Joseph Lindon Smith (1863-1950), Boston, Massachusetts
Foster-Gwin, San Francisco, October 28, 1999
Foster-Gwin, San Francisco, October 28, 1999
Condition
As shown, un-illustrated side in much the same condition as side shown, tips of leaves on lower part of capital each abraded, chipped, or broken, corner volutes in good condition, all four rosettes against abacus have disappeared.
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.