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A Bronze Figure of Osiris, 22nd/26th Dynasty, 944-525 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of Osiris
- Height with restored feet 8 in. 20.3 cm.
standing and holding the crook and flail, and wearing a false beard and atef-crown with ram's horns and uraeus in front, his face with eyes recessed for inlays and eyebrows and cosmetic lines in relief.
Provenance
Lawrence (Larry) Majewski (1919-1999), New York
Condition
feet restored, surface somewhat worn overall and granular in back, tips of horns broken off, proper left plume slightly bent at top and bottom, tip of nose rubbed down, remains of an ancient metal (copper or bronze?) band at back of head
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.
Catalogue Note
Larry Majewski was appointed chairman in 1966 of the Conservation Center, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University. After 1986 he continued to teach and advise students in his role as the Hagop Kevorkian Professor Emeritus of Conservation. Over the course of his long career he generously shared his knowledge with the public.