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A Egyptian Limestone Sculptor's Model, Ptolemaic Period, 304-30 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Egyptian Limestone Sculptor's Model
- Limestone
- Height 6 7/8 in. 17.5 cm.
in the form of four figures of the god Bes standing in a circle and facing out, and wearing short kilts and feather headdresses, one with panther-head amulet suspended on his chest, one figure nearly complete, the others unfinished.
Provenance
Ian Woodner Family Collection (Sotheby's, New York, December 8th, 2000, no. 258, illus.)
Literature
Royal-Athena Galleries, New York, Art of the Ancient World, 2010, no. 37, illus.
Condition
As shown and described. The figure facing front in the catalogue photo is almost complete, the others are unfinished and show some signs of re-cutting probably in antiquity. Chips and abrasions overall, the headdress of one figure repaired, the base is fragmentary.
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.