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Matsaki Polychrome Jar, Early Zuni Culture, New Mexico, 1500-1625 A.D.
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- clay
clay, natural pigments.
Provenance
Jimmy Cox Ranch, Fence Lake NM
Bill Schenck Collection, Santa Fe NM
George Shaw, Aspen CO
Hugh and Gay Eaton Collection, Aspen CO, acquired from the above
Bill Schenck Collection, Santa Fe NM
George Shaw, Aspen CO
Hugh and Gay Eaton Collection, Aspen CO, acquired from the above
Condition
Thermoluminescense testing confirms the age of the vessel and the report is available for viewing. Jar has been re-assembled from original pieces; cracks are evident. Overall, the jar is in very good condition with blacklighting and acetone testing revealing no plaster, and extremely minor in-painting.
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.