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Veracruz Stone Effigy Hacha Late Classic, ca. A.D. 550-950
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- stone
- Height: 6 3/4 in (17.2 cm)
with snarling tapered mouth, deeply sunken eyes under thick brows and ears perked, the top of the head with three knopped projections, with deep concavity at the reverse for attachment.
Provenance
Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, April 11, 1970, lot 22
John Green, New York, acquired from the above and passed within the family
Acquired from the above by the present owner
John Green, New York, acquired from the above and passed within the family
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall fine, old small nicks/chips on PL back of ear.
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.