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An Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment, 19th Dynasty, reign of Ramesses II, 1279-1213 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment
- Limestone
- 8 5/8 by 10 3/8 in. 21.9 by 26.4 cm.
carved in sunk relief with the king facing right, wearing a broad beaded collar and the Blue Crown, and propelling pellets of incense to the falcon-headed incense burner held in his left hand, a column of inscription and his prenomen within a cartouche above; remains of yellow pigment.
Provenance
Sotheby & Co., London, July 16th, 1968, no. 120
Canadian Private Collection
Canadian Private Collection
Condition
Imperfections and flaws (some apparently ancient) as shown in the catalogue photo; the left upper side was at one time poorly repaired from two fragments, and a cracked area above the cartouche seems to have been reinforced and filled. The condition of the kings face and hand is very good.
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
See W.H. Peck, "A Ramesside Ruler Offers Incense," Journal of Near Eastern Studies, vol. 31, no. 1, 1972, pp. 11 ff.