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A Persian Bronze Protome of a Feline, Seljuk, Circa 12th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- A Persian Bronze Protome of a Feline, Seljuk
- Height 8 1/4 in. 21 cm
in the form of the forequarters of a feline with openwork palmette on the chest, recessed mouth and eyes and scrolling vine on the high erect ears.
Provenance
acquired by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Manheim prior to 1971
formerly on loan to the Brooklyn Museum, inv. no. L70.25.4
formerly on loan to the Brooklyn Museum, inv. no. L70.25.4
Condition
As shown, four small holes on back appear to be casting flaws, palmette-shaped hole underneath chipped along the edges, open-work palmette on chest pushed in somewhat, other minor chips and casting flaws
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.