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A Roman Marble Figure of a Lion, circa 1st Century A.D.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A Roman Marble Figure of a Lion
- Marble
- Length 20 cm. 8 in.
with forelegs formerly extended forward, massive mane of overlapping crescentic clumps, bared fangs, articulated eyes, and drilled ears; no restorations, the back sawn flat diagonally.
Provenance
French private collection, Nice, acquired in the 1960s
by descent to the former owners
by descent to the former owners
Condition
As shown and described. Various chips and abrasions. Areas of incrustation. The fragment terminates in a smooth diagonal cut in back. Note abraded extremities such as nose, brows, and ears.
"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."
"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."