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A Roman Fresco Fragment, circa 1st Century A.D.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Fresco Fragment
- Plaster with pigments in a leather case
- 4 by 3 1/4 in. 10.1 by 8.3 cm.
painted with the upper figure of a woman turned to her left, laying her left hand on a a flat surface, and bringing her right hand to her breast, and wearing a heavy mantle over a tunic, her hair bound in a chignon.
Provenance
said to come from Pompeii
French private collection, acquired at auction in France in 1868
private collection, by descent (Bonham's, London, April 25th, 2012, no. 66, illus.)
French private collection, acquired at auction in France in 1868
private collection, by descent (Bonham's, London, April 25th, 2012, no. 66, illus.)
Condition
As shown, UV light does not reveal any overpainting.
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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
An old label affixed to the custom-made leather box reads "Fragment de Pompéi Provenant de la Vente Preat(?) 1868."