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A Bronze Figure of Zeus or Poseidon, late Hellenistic/Early Roman Imperial, circa 1st Century B.C./1st Century A.D.
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- A Bronze Figure of Zeus or Poseidon
- Bronze
- Height 8 1/2 in. 21.6 cm.
Inspired by a Greek sculpture of the 4th Century B.C., standing in a majestic pose with his weight on the right leg, his head turned upward and to the left, his left hand raised high and formerly grasping a trident or staff, a patera in his right hand, his unruly hair and beard cascading down in wavy locks and surmounted by a diadem.
Provenance
Mathias Komor, New York [H.914]
Mathilda "Tillie" Goldman, The Sherry Netherland, New York, 1967
Phyllis A. Goldman Fine Arts, Inc., New York, December 1980
Exhibited
Fifth Anniversary Loan Show, Israel Museum, Jerusalem, June 10th - October 20th, 1970
Condition
Proper right leg repaired below knee, separately- cast proper left arm might have been reattached in modern times, surface somewhat worn.
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.