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A Bronze Coffin of a Cat , 26th/30th Dynasty, 664-342 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Coffin of a Cat
- Length of coffin: 9 3/8 in. 23.8 cm.; height of cat 2 5/8 in. 6.7 cm.
the rectangular coffin surmounted by the figure of a cat seated with its tail curled around to the right forepaw, and wearing an incised necklace of strung oval ornaments, the opening at the back of the coffin still sealed.
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, February 28th, 1977, no. 320, illus. (pre-cleaning)
Christie's, London, July 12th, 1977, no. 33, illus.
acquired in London in 1977
Condition
good, small hole on one side near front of base, another smaller hole on underside, surface slightly worn, including on cat
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.