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An Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Cat, 21st/26th Dynasty, 1075-525 B.C.
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Cat
- Bronze
- Height without tenons 4 3/4 in. 12.1 cm.
seated with the tail curled around to the front, with finely modeled face and large round eyes, the gold earrings probably ancient but not necessarily belonging.
Provenance
Egyptian family collection, Alexandria and Cairo, acquired in the early part of the 20th century in Egypt and Europe, and transferred from Egypt to northern European family residences in the early 1950s
Northern European private collection, by direct descent from the above in the 1970s
acquired from the above by the present owner in 2002
Northern European private collection, by direct descent from the above in the 1970s
acquired from the above by the present owner in 2002
Condition
As described; in addition, large area of restoration and repair at proper left haunch, approximately 1 1/4 by 1 inch, the patina painted black in places especially on curve of back, head in good condition, front tenon fragmentary, minor chips and abrasions.
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.