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An Apulian Red-Figured Calyx Krater, Circa 330-310 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- An Apulian Red-Figured Calyx Krater
- Glazed terracotta
- Height 21 7/8 in. 55.6 cm.
painted in front with two youths, one carrying a wreath, the other a situla, and two women, one with a fillet and wreath, the other with a box and mirror, all moving to left, and on the reverse with two pairs of confronted draped youths, a palmette and scrolls in each handle zone.
Provenance
French private collection, 1940s
Condition
Surface originally covered in root marks, repaired from two large fragmetns and three or four smaller ones, professionally in-painted along joins, most likely lightly lacquered, ares of incrustation and calcium deposits on interior.
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.