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A Hellenistic Marble Head of a God, circa 2nd Century B.C.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- A Hellenistic Marble Head of a God
- marble
- Height 9.5 cm.
probably Zeus, turned to his left, with full beard arranged in three tiers of curls, long moustache, prominent brow, and parted lips, his hair swept up above the forehead, bound in a fillet, and falling over the nape of the neck; no restorations.
Provenance
French private collection, Nice, acquired in the 1970s
French private collection, by descent (Drouot Richelieu, Paris, Boisgirard Antonini, May 13th, 2016, no. 33, illus.)
French private collection, by descent (Drouot Richelieu, Paris, Boisgirard Antonini, May 13th, 2016, no. 33, illus.)
Condition
As shown. Back of head summarily carved and with remains of incrustation. Tip of nose chipped. Minor nicks and abrasions. Mounted looking too high up on a square wooden base.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."