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Chinesco female figure, Lagunillas Type C, Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Height: 14 1/8 in (35.8 cm)
her naked body marked by a dotted and spiral resist design, calmly poised with introspective expression, adorned with multiple pendant earrings, multiple necklaces, and segmented belt, and the striated radiating coiffure secured with a thin headband, covered in rich brown.
Provenance
Acquired in the 1960's
Condition
Excellent, intact , has small pressure crack at the back of the head which is stable. Wonderful color and overall sculpture.
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.
Catalogue Note
The special attention to decorative detail on the lower body accentuates a female in her preparations for initiation ceremonies (Townsend, ed. 1998:122, Fig. 20).