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A Marble Figure of a Dancing Satyr, Roman Imperial, 1st/2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- A Marble Figure of a Dancing Satyr
- Height 13 3/4 in. 34.9 cm.
depicted in a lively pose against a tree-trunk support in back, the extremities formerly restored in marble.
Provenance
English country house collection, 19th Century or earlier
Tomasso Brothers, Leeds, 2004
Tomasso Brothers, Leeds, 2004
Condition
All extremities once restored in marble (legs and base still with owner), all dowel and dowel holes have been plugged in and covered over, 1 1/2 inch-long vertical chip (once filled in) below proper left armpit, very minor chips and areas of light abrasion elswehere, object is mounted at wrong angle, leaning back too much.
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.