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A Hellenistic Marble Head of Aphrodite, circa late 4th/3rd Century B.C.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- A Hellenistic Marble Head of Aphrodite
- Circa Late 4th/3rd Century B.C.
- marble
- Height 14.3 cm.
turned to her left, her face with lips indented at the corners and deep-set eyes, the nose evidently once restored in antiquity, the earlobes pierced, her centrally-parted hair bound in a chignon at the nape of the neck, and bound in a diadem with small mortise at the center; faint traces of red pigment on the eyes and right eyebrow; no restorations.
Provenance
New York State private collection, reportedly acquired on the New York market in the earlier part of the 20th Century
Sotheby’s, New York, June 4th, 1998, no. 106, illus.
acquired at the above sale by the current owner
Sotheby’s, New York, June 4th, 1998, no. 106, illus.
acquired at the above sale by the current owner
Condition
As shown. Surface somewhat worn and with remains of incrustation, especially in back. Note sharp cut across nose break missing. Minor 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. 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."