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An Attic Red-figured Lekythos with Owl and Olive Branches, circa early 5th Centruy B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Attic Red-figured Lekythos with Owl and Olive Branches
- Height 8 1/2 in. 21.6 cm.
with palmettes in black figure technique on the shoulder.
Provenance
Galerie am Neumarkt, Zurich, 1970s
Swiss private collection
Galerie Arete, Zurich
Swiss private collection
Galerie Arete, Zurich
Condition
Good, areas of misfiring, handle broken and repaired and possibly partially restored, small nicks dents
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.