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A Syro-Hittite Terracotta Figure of a Deity, circa 2000-1700 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Syro-Hittite Terracotta Figure of a Deity
- Height 8 15/16 in. 21.2 cm.
of slender form, standing with hands held on the chest, and wearing an applied broad collar, the face with large beaked nose and applied circular eyes, a circular protrusion on the forehead, her hair pulled back into a broad rectangular chignon behind and falling in long tresses over the shoulders in front.
Provenance
acquired in London in 1978
Condition
very good, minor nicks, areas of staining
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.