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Wari Figural Vessel with Pan Pipe ca. A.D. 600-1000
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Height; 6 ½ in (16.5 cm)
the rotund warrior playing a small panpipe and holding a knopped club, wearing a tie-dye tunic showing circle pattern in stepped segments, large earplugs, circle patterned headband, and supporting a large rayed shield on the back with white-tipped blades.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner's grandfather prior to 1957
Given as an engagment gift to the present owners in 1957
Given as an engagment gift to the present owners in 1957
Literature
Jose Antonio Lavalle, Arte y Tesoros del Peru, Huari, 1984, pg. 156
Condition
Excellent, minor fading of color on body of vessel.
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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.