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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.
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.