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A Byzantine Mosaic Fragment, 5th/6th Century A.D.
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- A Byzantine Mosaic Fragment
- Marble and concrete
- 37 by 46 in. 94 by 117 cm.
depicting in multicolored tesserae a deer facing right.
Provenance
B.C. Holland, Chicago, inv. no. D79-11-18
acquired from the above by the present owner on July 26th, 1982
acquired from the above by the present owner on July 26th, 1982
Condition
Original tesserae set into a thick slab of modern cement, several areas of losses, and cracks visible in photograph.
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.