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A Hellenistic Marble Head of the Knidian Aphrodite, 3rd/2nd Century B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- A Hellenistic Marble Head of the Knidian Aphrodite
- Height 3 1/2 in. 8.9 cm.
after a sculpture by Praxiteles of the mid 4th Century B.C., turned to her left, her finely carved wavy hair brushed back behind the ears, bound in a fillet, and tied in a fragmentary chignon in back, the missing top of the head carved separately, remains of red pigment on the eyes, eyebrows, and hair.
Provenance
Midwestern private collection, 1960s
Condition
As shown and described, back of chignon missing
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.
Catalogue Note
The head is mounted on a cylindrical wood socle stamped in faded gilt letters with the words "Goddess-Venus."