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An Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment, Amarna, 18th Dynasty, later in the reign of Akhenaten, circa 1345-1336 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment, Amarna
- limestone
- 4 1/2 by 5 11/16 in. 10.8 x 14.5 cm.
from a large royal-barge procession scene, carved in relief with three oarsmen moving to right, two wearing kilts with pleated overfolds, one turning his head back and looking in the direction they are going, above the men a scene showing a column base, part of a squatting man holding a stick or handle, two stands, a small doorway, and sealed beer jars, all possibly part of riverbank structure passed by the flotilla.
Provenance
Galerie Fischer, Lucerne, Grosse Kunstauktion in Luzern, June 21st- 25th, 1966, p. 82, no. 1636
Christie’s, London, October 27th, 2009, no. 87, illus.
Christie’s, London, October 27th, 2009, no. 87, illus.
Condition
As shown in the catalogue photograph; minor scratches, chips and abrasions.
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
For a more complete scene showing oarsmen on royal boats, in this instance barges of Queen Nefertiti, see John D. Cooney, Amarna Reliefs from Hermopolis in American Collections, Brooklyn, 1965, nos. 51-51a, pp. 82-85 (Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, inv. nos. 63.260 and 64.521).