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A Roman Marble Table Support (Trapezophoros), circa 2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Marble Table Support (Trapezophoros)
- Marble
- Height 28 1/2 in. 72.4 cm.
in the form of the leg and head of a panther, the feline’s head emerging from an acanthus calyx, and with bared teeth, drilled pupils, and gnarled brow, the lower leg, paw, and support 18th/19th Century.
Provenance
probably Edward J. Smith, Weehawken, New Jersey (Sotheby Parke Bernet, December 14th, 1978, no. 253, illus.)
Robert C. Woolley, New York
acquired from the above by the current owner in 1980
Robert C. Woolley, New York
acquired from the above by the current owner in 1980
Condition
Base, paw, and four inch area above the paw restored, as well as corner of support on top, note missing curling leaf and chips on protruding areas such as tips of leaves, nose, and ears, small areas of painted plaster restorations, remains of at least one iron pin in back of support.
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.