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A Black-Glazed Hydria, Magna Graecia, circa late 4th/early 3rd Century B.C.
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- A Black-Glazed Hydria, Magna Graecia
- Height 17 1/2 in. 44.5 cm.
with ogee foot, cylindrical handles (one with ancient lead repair), and reserved overhanging rim painted with an ovolo kymation.
Provenance
New York private collection (Sotheby's, New York, December 9th, 1981, no. 210, illus.)
Condition
good, intact except for one handle repaired once in antiquity with lead clamps and inexpertly in modern times with cement, small shallow chip under foot, very minor nicks to glaze, areas of light incrustation in handle areas
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.