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A Bronze Figure of a Sacred Fish, Late Period, 716-30 B.C.
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of a Sacred Fish
- Length 4 1/2 in. 11.43 cm.
probably a barbel (barbus bynni), with straight incised mouth, nostrils indicated by an engraved volute, convex circular eyes, and finely engraved scales and other detail.
Provenance
acquired in London in 1979
Condition
Very good, upper tail fin chipped at the end, dent or chip on one side of dorsal fin, minor spots of bronze disease
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
Cf. Baltimore, Egyptian Sculpture, no. 709, pl. CIII, and Sotheby's, New York, March 1st, 1984, no. 144.