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An Egyptian Wood Mummy Mask, 3rd Intermediate Period, 1075-716 B.C.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Wood Mummy Mask
- Wood
- Height 9 3/8 in. 23.8 cm.
with full outlined lips, aquiline nose, and large almond-shaped eyes, the central portion of the wig remaining; remains of polychrome.
Provenance
William H. and Lily F. Diehl Collection, New York, acquired in 1947, most probably from Maguid Sameda, 55 Sharia Ibrahim Pasha, Cairo
Walter H. (1920-1981) and Martha W. Diehl
by descent to the present owner
Walter H. (1920-1981) and Martha W. Diehl
by descent to the present owner
Condition
as shown and described, what remains is good, sides of the mask with some losses, abrasion on the nostrils and philtrum, note vertical check in the wood, pegs remaining for attachment.
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.