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Jalisco Male Figure with Raised Arms, Ameca style, Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
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of muscular build and animated expression, seated with the right arm raised, the legs loosely crossed before him, and adorned with tight beaded armbands; covered in bright reddish brown and cream.
Provenance
Hokin Gallery, Palm Beach
Condition
Very good, has clean break and repair on elbow of left arm, and same at right thigh joining the torso. Otherwise very nice modeling, color and detail.
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.
Catalogue Note
Cf. Kan, Meighan, Nicholson (1989: fig. 79) for the wrestler type.