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A Roman Bronze Finial, circa 2nd/3rd Century A.D.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Bronze Finial
- bronze
- Height 6 in. 15.2 cm.
probably from a chariot or wagon, of tapering hexagonal form surmounted by the head of a griffin, with erect ears and crested mane, the details carefully engraved, the rein-supports each terminating in the head of a duck.
Provenance
The Estate of a Lady, acquired in Europe in the 1920s (Christie’s, New York, June 13th, 2000, no. 320, illus.)
Condition
Surface worn. Proper right ear of proper left duck-head terminal lost. Minor chip or casting flaw at bottom in front, visible in catalogue 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.