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A ROMAN MARBLE SARCOPHAGUS RELIEF TORSO OF A YOUNG WARRIOR, EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN, 1ST HALF OF THE 3RD CENTURY A.D. | A Roman Marble Sarcophagus Relief Torso of a Young Warrior, Eastern Mediterranean
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Height 34 cm.
probably from a column sarcophagus, standing with the weight on his right leg, his baldric falling across his chest from his right shoulder, a chlamys fastened on his left shoulder and falling in long folds down the side; no restorations.
Provenance
Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1960s (Vanderkindere Auctioneer, Brussels, May 2018 sale, no. 40, illus.)
acquired at the above sale by the present owner
acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
As shown. Surface weathered, chips and abrasions overall.
"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."