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An Attic Red-Figured Kylix, circa 430-420 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- An Attic Red-Figured Kylix
- Glazed terracotta
- Diameter 6 1/2 in. 16.5 cm.
the tondo decorated with an athlete standing next to an altar or stele and holding a strigil, and the exterior on each side with an athlete standing between palmettes.
Provenance
Charles Ede, Ltd., London
private collection, acquired from the above in 1977
Christie's, London, October 26th, 2006, no. 98, illus. (attributed to the Marlay Group)
private collection, acquired from the above in 1977
Christie's, London, October 26th, 2006, no. 98, illus. (attributed to the Marlay Group)
Condition
Repaired from one large and about ten smaller fragments with in-painting along joins, one fragment restored and visible at bottom right of catalogue image showing tondo, handles repaired with in-painting along joins, small spots of accretion on the interior.
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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.