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Three Core-Formed Glass Vessels, circa 2nd/mid 1st Century B.C.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Three Core-Formed Glass Vessels
- Heights 4 7/8 , 4 1/8 , and 5 7/8 in. 12.4, 10.5, and 14.9 cm.
comprising a translucent blue alabastron with pointed base, applied lug handles, and disk rim, the body decorated with festoons in opaque white, a translucent deep blue(?) alabastron of similar form to the preceding, the body decorated in opaque white with festoons and spiral thread, and a translucent pale green(?) amphoriskos with knobbed base and twin handles, the matrix decorated in opaque yellow and white with festoons and spiral thread.
Provenance
acquired in Japan in 1980, for the first
acquired in London in 1975, for the second
acquired in London in 1981, for the third
Condition
First: very good and intact, surface slightly weathered, small hole near base (probably a manufacturing flaw); second: repaired in neck area, considerable surface wear and iridescence; third: surface very weathered and iridescent, base knob chipped
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.