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A Roman Marble Head of Silvanus, 2nd/3rd Century A.D.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- A Roman Marble Head of Silvanus
- Marble or Stone
- Height 22 cm.
his hair surmounted by a wreath of pine needles, the neck carved for insertion into a statue; no restorations.
Provenance
the Norwegian painter and art collector Henrik Sørensen, 1878-1962, acquired in Paris, London or Cairo in the 1950s
the Norwegian physicist Sven Oluf Sørensen, 1920-2017
by descent to the current owner
the Norwegian physicist Sven Oluf Sørensen, 1920-2017
by descent to the current owner
Condition
Condition consistent with age and exposure. Nose missing. Surface heavily weathered with losses to details overall.
"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."