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Jalisco Seated Figure Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Height: 19 1/2 in (49.5 cm)
in animated gesture with arms raised, head turned and with an accepting and inquisitive expression, with sculpted face of rounded cheeks, rimmed eyes and lips, muscular legs, and wearing the wide belt of a ballplayer, beaded leg bands and large disk earrings, and with beaded crisscrossed headband with central crest.
Provenance
Acquired in the mid 1970's
Exhibited
Baltimore, The Walters Art Gallery, 2002-2010
Condition
Excellent condition, only has break and repair at back of the crescent part of the headdress on back, original piece reglued. The figure shows areas of original encrustations and thus even coloring but it is a good sign of not being overcleaned.
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.
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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.