A Marble Funerary Relief, East Greek, Early Roman Imperial, circa late 1st Century B.C./early 1st Century A.D.

carved in relief within an architectural frame with a reclining banqueteer holding a wine bowl and fruit, his wife and children on either side, all assembled around a food-laden tripod table, several lines of Greek inscription below.

acquired in Switzerland in 1972

damaged and weathered as shown
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.

Cf. Ernst Pfuhl and Hans Möbius, Die ostgriechischen Grabreliefs, vol. II, Mainz am Rhein, 1979, pls. 233-236.