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A LARGE CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF MINERVA
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- height 70cm, 27 1/2 in
South German or South East Asian, late 19th century
on oval base, the standing, helmeted goddess with an exotic bird at her sandaled feet and dressed in loose drapery, with a circular shield on her left arm, carved with the head of Medusa
on oval base, the standing, helmeted goddess with an exotic bird at her sandaled feet and dressed in loose drapery, with a circular shield on her left arm, carved with the head of Medusa
Condition
Overall very good condition. There are no apparent losses. Some age cracks, especially at base, some of which have been restored; please see catalogue illustration. The surface grain has darkened in some ares.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."