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A Cycladic Marble Head of a Goddess, Early Bronze Age II, Circa 2400-2300 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Cycladic Marble Head of a Goddess
- Marble
- Height 1 15/16 in. 5 cm.
of Late Spedos type, with tapering neck and finely formed lyre-shaped face with long prominent nose.
Provenance
Acquired in the 1960s or early 1970s, probably from Wladimir Rosenbaum, Ascona, then by descent to the present owner
Condition
Excellent except for the chip at the end of the nose. A minute part of the proper right shoulder remains at the base of the neck.
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.