English, 19th century After the Antique

Overall, the condition of the marble is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age including dirt to the face, wing and left edge. There is faint veining throughout. The tips of Nike's proper left index finger and proper right thumb were reattached. There are a number of small chips including to the edges and corners of the relief, and one or two to the drapery and to the edges of the sandal on the proper right foot. The marble would benefit from a professional cleaning.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This attractive marble is carved after a relief from the Temple of Athena Nike on the Acropolis in Athens, dating to the last decades of the 5th Century B.C.E. The relief is today housed in the Acropolis Museum, Athens.