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An Apulian Red-figured Hydria, circa 350-330 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Apulian Red-figured Hydria
- Height 13 3/4 in. 35 cm.
painted with two women flanking a stele resting on a plinth with meander decoration, the woman at left holding a large branch and a fragmentary alabastron(?), a large phiale above the stele, another on the ground, encircling wave pattern below, a large palmette in back.
Provenance
acquired in 1944
by descent to the present owner
Condition
Repaired from several fragments with areas of restoration along some of the joints, small patch of restoration on back shoulder
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.