An Egyptian Alabaster Headrest, 6th Dynasty, 2360-2195 B.C.

carved in three sections, with rectangular base, fluted stem with uninscribed panel , and rectangular abacus supporting the crescentic pillow.

Nicolas Tano, Rue Kamel no. 7, Cairo
Mrs. Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired from the above prior to April 4th, 1922
thence by descent to the present owners

The pillow has two not very well done old repairs, and there are several chips along the edge. There is a chip at the base of the column, and the base has several nicks. Under the base is a pencil or ink notation, probably by Mrs. Prindle, as well as a large sticker covering part of it recording the purchase in Cairo in 1922.
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.

Cf. Lawrence M. Berman, Catalogue of Egyptian Art, The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, 1999, no. 86.

The headrest is referred to in a letter from Nicholas Tano to Mrs. Prindle dated April 4th, 1922.