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An Alabaster Head of a Woman, Southern Arabia, Qatabân, circa 3rd/1st Century B.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- An Alabaster Head of a Woman, Southern Arabia, Qatabân
- Height 9 1/2 in. 24.1 cm.
with tapering neck, rounded chin, parted lips indented at the corners, slightly aquiline nose, and eyes and eyebrows recessed for inlays, her long hair flaring at the back.
Provenance
Christie's, London, July 12th, 1972, no. 201, illus.
Condition
good and as shown, note missing tip of nose, scratches, especially on forehead, small nicks overall
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.