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A Cycladic Marble Torso of a Goddess , Early Bronze Age II, Circa 2300-2200 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A Cycladic Marble Torso of a Goddess
- Marble
- Height 3 1/2 in. 8.8 cm.
of Dokathismata type, lying with her slender tapering forearms folded across her abdomen, a single groove marking the spinal column and legs in back.
Provenance
Acquired in the 1960s or early 1970s, probably from Wladimir Rosenbaum, Ascona, then by descent to the present owner
Literature
For related examples cf. J. Thimme, ed., Kunst uns Kultur der Kykladeninseln im 3. Jahrtausend v. Chr., Karlsruhe, 1976, nos. 214-220.
Condition
What remains is very good and as shown. The marble is creamy white and not reddish as in the photo. The back is a little more weathered and pitted below the waist, and there are a few small modern minor nicks.
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.