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An Egyptian Basalt Relief Fragment, 30th Dynasty, probably reign of Nectanebo II, 360-342 B.C.
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- An Egyptian Basalt Relief Fragment, 30th Dynasty, probably reign of Nectanebo II
- basalt
- 39 by 26.5 by 8 cm.
carved in shallow relief with the figure of a woman facing right, wearing a tripartite wig and tight-fitting dress, and holding a tray before her surmounted by a lotus flower, a libation vessel, and a fragmentary cartouche.
Provenance
Royal-Athena Galleries, New York (Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, April 29th, 1964, no. 195, illus.)
Bernheimer's Antique Arts, Cambridge, Mass.
Prof. M. H. ("Mike") Abrams (1912-2015), Ithaca, New York, acquired from the above on October 19th, 1971
The Estate of Prof. M. H. Abrams (Cottone Auctions, Geneseo, New York, March 19th, 2016, no. 506, illus. http://www.cottoneauctions.com/lots/37274/egyptian-carved-basalt-stone)
Bernheimer's Antique Arts, Cambridge, Mass.
Prof. M. H. ("Mike") Abrams (1912-2015), Ithaca, New York, acquired from the above on October 19th, 1971
The Estate of Prof. M. H. Abrams (Cottone Auctions, Geneseo, New York, March 19th, 2016, no. 506, illus. http://www.cottoneauctions.com/lots/37274/egyptian-carved-basalt-stone)
Condition
Repaired horizontally across upper right arm, breast, left arm, and foot of libation vessel, otherwise as shown. Minor chips, abrasions, and wear.
"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."