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An Egyptian Sandstone Bust of a Theban Priest, 19th Dynasty
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Sandstone Bust of a Theban Priest
- Sandstone
- Height from modern base 10 3/8 in. 26.3 cm.
formerly holding the image of a deity before him, and wearing a short beard and double wig, the back-pillar carved with a column of inscription translating "Count in the court of Geb and setem-priest in Akhet[...];" remains of pigment.
Provenance
French private collection, acquired at the Hôtel Drouot in the 1950s/1960s
Condition
Fragmentary as shown. Area of modern fill below beard, and the proper right side and most of the back of the wig are restored in plaster. Nose chipped, surface weathered overall.
Traces of white, yellow and red pigment remain.
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.