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Statuette anthropomorphe, homme assis Culture Olmèque Mexique Préclassique,900-600 av. J.-C.
Estimate
70,000 - 80,000 EUR
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Description
- Culture Olmèque
- Statuette anthropomorphe, homme assis
- Terre cuite à engobe beige clair et cinabre-test de thermoluminescence
- h. 11,2 cm ; 4 1/2 in
Provenance
Galerie Mermoz, Paris, 2005
Collection Barbier-Mueller, Genève, Inv. n° 501-27
Collection Barbier-Mueller, Genève, Inv. n° 501-27
Literature
Barbier-Mueller (Jean Paul), " Confidentiellement vôtre ", in Arts & Cultures, 2009, p. 269
Condition
Usure de surface visible avec oxydations noires. Tête cassée collée et petit bouchage sur la poitrine
Wear to the surface with black oxidation. Head broken and glued, a small fill to the chest
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."