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A Hellenistic Marble Head of Aphrodite, Circa Late 4th/3rd Century B.C.
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- A Hellenistic Marble Head of Aphrodite
- Marble
- Height 6 1/2 in. 16.5 cm.; Height as restored at the neck 9 in. 22.9 cm.
turned to her left, her oval face with parted lips and deep-set almond shaped eyes, the thick wavy hair parted in the center, bound in a diadem, and drawn back into a fragmentary chignon above the nape of the neck.
Provenance
in Berlin circa 1950-1955 or earlier, and later given to the mother of the present owner
Condition
As shown and described in the catalogue; note that the much of the chin, nose, and neck are restored in plaster. The surface is somewhat worn and the lips and proper upper left eyelid are chipped, small chips on the edges of the ears. The crown of the head was carved smooth in antiquity and there is a large irregular depression in the center, perhaps once filled in another material.
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.