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A Roman Marble Torso of a Woman, circa 1st Century A.D.
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Marble Torso of a Woman
- Marble
- Height 21 1/2 in. 54.6 cm.
standing with the weight on her right leg and wearing a belted tunic buttoned on the shoulder and mantle falling from her left shoulder.
Provenance
Galerie Altero, Quai Voltaire, Paris, early 1980s
American private collection
Condition
Surface has been vigorously cleaned, marble restorations were removed from all extremities and dowel holes and prepared surfaces, except for underside, covered with whitish fill material, areas of surface restoration visible on chest, other areas of restoration include parts of drapery falling from proper left forearm down to knee.
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.