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Extraordinaire, exceptionnelle et rare tortue fossile Thalassemys sp. ; Jurassique tardif (145 millions d'années), Mörnsheim layer, Malm Zeta III, Mühlheim, Allemagne
Estimate
55,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- plaque : 86,5 cm x 96 cm x 78 cm ; fossile : tête : 8 cm x 5, 7 cm ; carapace : 38,5 cm x 37,5 cm
Ce rarissime exemplaire de Thalassemys sp est complètement complet. Les os extrêmement bien préservés ont été préparés professionnellement. La carapace compressée montre bien la structure géométrique de toutes les carapaces de tortues. Cet exceptionnel fossile provient des calcaires lithographiques d'Allemagne du Sud qui ont toujours livrés des fossiles remarquables de conservation. La pièce est encadrée et dispose d'un système de suspension pour un accrochage mural.
Condition
Exceptional piece. no cracks, no retorations. Bones are perfectly prepared and in the original position of the discover. Rare. Unic piece from the German quarry.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."