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An Egyptian Bronze Figure of the Apis Bull, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 B.C.
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Bronze Figure of the Apis Bull
- bronze
- Height without tenons 4 1/2 in. 11.4 cm.
the sacred Memphite Bull striding on a rectangular base engraved on two sides with inscriptions naming Penwiya, son of Shuefendish(?), the sun-disk with uraeus between his tapering horns, his engraved ornaments including a broad beaded collar, a winged scarab over the massive shoulders, an embroidered cloth with quatrefoils over the back, and a vulture over the hindquarters, the tuft of the tail with striated markings, an engraved triangle on the forehead.
Provenance
Omar Pacha Sultan Collection, Cairo
Sotheby's, London, July 8th, 1991, no. 161, illus.
Sotheby's, New York, June 8th, 1994, no. 43, illus.
Literature
Collection de feu Omar Pacha Sultan, Le Caire. Catalogue descriptif, vol. I: Art égyptien, Paris, 1929, no. 116, pl. XXI (Vitrine 3)
Condition
Excellent condition; there is a dent and as well as some deep ancient scratches across the front of the base.
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.