Lot 115
  • 115

ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF THE SMALL HERCULANEUM WOMAN, CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D. |

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 EUR
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Description

  • H. 23 cm (sans le socle); 9 in. (without the socle)
her youthful oval face with parted lips and finely carved eyes, her wavy hair arranged in a melon coiffure bound in a flat circular chignon at the back, a curl escaping before each ear; no restorations.

Condition

Nose missing, small chips and scratches overall, larger chips on proper left side of hair in front. Original surface mostly preserved under thin layer of incrustation and root-marks.
"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."