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Two Bronzes, 2nd Millennium/6th Century B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Two Bronzes
- Bronze
- Heights 2 3/8 and 6 1/2 in. 6 and 16.5 cm.
comprising a Bactrian kohl vessel with three projecting ram heads, and a Greek oinochoe handle, the base with inverted palmette flanked by two couchant rams, the rim attachment composed of a lion head flanked by two couchant lions.
Provenance
acquired on February 10th, 1981, for the first
Sotheby's, London, July 13th, 1970, and Muenzen und Medaillen A.G., Basel, Kunstwerke der Antike. Auktion 51, March 1th/15th, 1975, no. 227, for the second
Sotheby's, London, July 13th, 1970, and Muenzen und Medaillen A.G., Basel, Kunstwerke der Antike. Auktion 51, March 1th/15th, 1975, no. 227, for the second
Condition
The kohl vessel is generally good, the surface is somewhat worn, also eroded in areas and encrusted; one ram horn is fragmentary. Much the same could be said for the handle; the grip is particularly eroded; what detail remains is very fine.
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.