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A ROMAN MARBLE TORSO OF SILVANUS, CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D. | A Roman Marble Torso of Silvanus
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Height 39 cm.
standing with the weight on his right leg, his right arm formerly raised, and wearing a fleece knotted on the right shoulder and laden with fruits, a fragmentary tree-trunk support to his left; no restorations.
Provenance
Robert Campion, London, acquired prior to 1973
David Adams Collection, 1973-1985 (Christian McCann Auctions, Australia, June 25th, 2016, lot 61)
acquired at the above sale by the present owner
David Adams Collection, 1973-1985 (Christian McCann Auctions, Australia, June 25th, 2016, lot 61)
acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
As shown. Support re-attached. Surface with incrustations and abrasions overall. Surface better preserved in front than in back.
"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."