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An Egyptian Bronze Figure of Ptah, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 B.C.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Bronze Figure of Ptah
- Bronze
- Height from modern base 6 1/8 in. 15.6 cm.
standing on an inscribed rectangular base with steps in front, his hands emerging from his cloak and holding the was-scepter and ankh, and wearing bracelets, broad beaded collar, striated wavy beard with copper-inlaid beard straps, and close-fiting cap with engraved tassel falling over the cloak in back, his face with gold-overlaid eyes and copper-inlaid eyebrows.
Provenance
Anne Marie Farnier, Galerie des Saint-Pères, Paris
Royal Athena Gallery, New York, June 1983
acquired from the above by the current owner in November 1983
Royal Athena Gallery, New York, June 1983
acquired from the above by the current owner in November 1983
Condition
Generally good. The proper left ear is much worn, other minor nicks and abrasions, surface somewhat worn, copper inlay especially, two small spots of bronze disease behind the proper left shoulder, bottom of pedestal at rear left corner is chipped.
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.