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A Marble Head of Isis, circa 1st Century B.C./1st Century A.D.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Marble Head of Isis
- Marble
- Height 3 3/4 in. 9.5 cm.
turned to her right, her wavy hair parted in the center, bound in a diadem, and falling in a broad plait over the nape of the neck and in a thick tress behind each ear, a hole on top of the head for insertion of the missing crown.
Provenance
Prof. Herman S. Gundersheimer (1903-2004), Philadelphia, acquired in Europe in the 1950s
by descent to the current owners
by descent to the current owners
Condition
Surface somewhat worn, note chip to upper lip, broken nose, and possibly restored chin.
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.