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AN EGYPTIAN BRONZE FIGURE OF OSIRIS, 25TH/30TH DYNASTY, 750-342 B.C. | An Egyptian Bronze Figure of Osiris
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- bronze
- Height without tenon 36.4 cm.
standing and wearing a braided beard with curled tip and the Crown of Upper Egypt with long undulating uraeus in front.
Provenance
private collection, mid 20th Century, or earlier (based on half-preserved typewritten descriptive label on back of tapering black marble base)
Australian private collection (Lawsons, Leichhardt, September 28th, 2017, no. 53, illus.)
acquired at the above sale by the current owner
Australian private collection (Lawsons, Leichhardt, September 28th, 2017, no. 53, illus.)
acquired at the above sale by the current owner
Condition
As shown, surface covered in a thick layer of corrosion with areas of possible inactive chloride corrosion. UV light inspection does not reveal restoration at the feet, even though they present a more matt aspect to the naked eye.
"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."