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An Attic Black-figured Siana Cup, attributed to the Taras Painter , circa 550-540 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Attic Black-figured Siana Cup, attributed to the Taras Painter
- Terracotta
- Diameter at rim 10 11/16 in. 27.1 cm.
painted with a band of alternating red and black tongues, the upper body reserved except for an encircling black line below the lip.
Provenance
Prince Johann II of Liechtenstein (1858-1929)
Collection of the Princely House of Liechtenstein (Christie's, London, April 30th, 2008, no. 131, part)
Literature
L. Marock, Die Antiken-Sammlung des Fürsten von Liechtenstein, Jahrbuch des Historischen Vereins für das Fürstentum, Liechtenstein, 2008, Bd. 107, S. 87-96.
Condition
The foot is a modern restoration; the body of the vessel and handles intact, hairline crack, exterior surface pitted and worn in places, a few small chips to the back glaze retouched.
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.