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A Roman Marble Relief Fragment, 2nd/3rd Century A.D.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Marble Relief Fragment
- Marble
- 12 1/2 by 18 1/4 in. 31.7 by 46.3 cm.
probably from a sarcophagus lid, carved in shallow relief with the prow of a ship on the left, and the stern of another with steering oar on the right, the former with a fragmentary figure on deck, the latter with cargo and a mast with furled sail.
Provenance
English private collection, acquired between 1968-1978 (Bonham's, London, April 26th, 2007, no. 363, illus.)
Condition
As shown, covered with a light wash which might easily be removed.
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.
Catalogue Note
Cf. G. Zimmer, Römische Berufsdarstellungen, Berlin, 1982, no. 160, a relief of a merchant ship in the Salerno Cathedral (http://arachne.uni-koeln.de/item/objekt/18368).