Lot 5
  • 5

A pair of carved specimen marble busts of Emperor Augustus and Marcus Aurelius

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • marbles
  • heights 36 1/2 in., 35 in.
  • 93 cm, 89 cm

Condition

Occassional chips to edges of marble veneers; some scratches to marble; areas of infill to specimen marble veneer. Base of Augustus with infilled loss (1 x 1/2 inch) and one restored piece to base (1/2 x1/2 inch); Augustus with left ear lobe restored; small minor chips to nose and ears. Marcus Aurelius with chips to base, some restored cracks to specimen marble, two losses to marble at left shoulder (both approximately 3 x 1 1/2 inches); restored tip of nose and possible restoration to front of hair.
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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