- 1302
A GROUP OF SEVEN STUCCO AND TERRACOTTA HEADS Ancient region of Gandhara, Kushan period, 4th/5th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Stucco and terracotta
the seven heads in stucco and terracotta variously depicting Buddha, a nobleman and a grotesque, with traces of polychromy (7)
Provenance
Ken Shores Collection, late 1940s/early 1950s.
Condition
Fragmentary as viewed with scattered areas of chipping and traces of polychrome throughout. Minor 2mm area of restoration to one of the nose tips of stucco heads (second from right in catalogue illustration).
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.