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A ITALIAN WHITE MARBLE SKULL, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- 19 x 21 cm ; 7 1/2 x 8 1/4 in.
Provenance
With Ermes Pistolesi, Monaco, 2001
Christie's Paris sale, Le Cabinet de curiosités de Jacques et Gaïa Hollander, 16th October 2013, lot 197 (25 000€)
Christie's Paris sale, Le Cabinet de curiosités de Jacques et Gaïa Hollander, 16th October 2013, lot 197 (25 000€)
Condition
The marble is in good condition overall with natural discoloration in several places and some natural inclusions, with a dark spot to the back of the head; some minor abrasions to the surface at the back of the head; minor surface dirt in the crevices; two drill holes to the inside of the skull where it may have been attached to a base; two drill holes to the front of the lower jaw.
"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."