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A SANDSTONE STELE DEPICTING TWO GANAS North Central India, Gupta period, 5th/6th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Stone with traces of polychromy
Provenance
George P. Bickford, acquired 18 December 1970.
The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of George P. Bickford, 1970.
The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of George P. Bickford, 1970.
Literature
S. Lee, 'The Year in Review for 1970', in The Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art, vol. 58, no. 2, p. 70, no. 155.
Condition
Fragmentary as viewed, with scattered losses wear and staining throughout.
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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.