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An Egyptian Bronze and Calcite Figure of an Ibis, Late Period, 716-30 B.C.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Bronze and Calcite Figure of an Ibis
- bronze
- Height of ibis 4 9/16 in. 11.6 cm.
striding with the left leg advanced, the recess for the missing bronze tail feathers with circular mortise for attachment, the two nares indicated on top of the beak, the wood base possibly also ancient.
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, generally very good. There appears to be a shallow layer of earth encrustation overall, one toe on the left foreleg slightly chipped, the wood base, possibly also ancient as noted in the catalogue, has chips on three corners, and a large sliver has been re-attached with wood dowels (barely visible in the catalogue photo, lower left ). The elements all appear to originate together.
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.