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Mezcala stone figure, Late Preclassic, ca. 300-100 B.C.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Stone, metal
- Height: 7 3/4 in (19.7 cm)
of Type M18, with slightly turned torso and finely carved head accented by diagonal grooves highlighting the cheeks and recessed mouth, and with short grooved arms low on the body; in andesite.
Provenance
Ruth Josephson Collection, Toronto, (Sotheby's, New York, May 17/18, 2000, lot 238)
Condition
Excellent, intact, nice carving and overall polish. Classic roughened texture on the head and areas with small amounts of encrustation.
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.