Lot 21
- 21
A Marble Head of the Capitoline Aphrodite, Roman Imperial, circa 1st Century A.D.
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- A Marble Head of the Capitoline Aphrodite, Roman Imperial
- Marble
- Height without 18th Century shoulders 9 in. 22.9 cm; total height 17 in. 43.2 cm
turned to her left and gazing down, the lips parted, her hair swept back from the temples, arranged in a top-knot and chignon, and bound in a diadem, two locks escaping in front of the ears.
Provenance
a German Estate, probably acquired circa 1960 or earlier (Metz GmbH, Kunstauktionen, Heidelberg, December 12th, 2009, no. 1011, illus.)
Condition
The head in good condition. About one-third of the nose is restored in marble. The surface of the 18/19th century shoulders somewhat pitted and surface of shoulders has been stained a darker color since catalogue photo was taken. Minor chips in hair. Large chip on one side of the chignon.
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.
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.