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Chinesco Female Figure with Shoulder Design, Lagunillas Type E Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- stone
- Height: 10 in (25.3 cm)
distinguished by the delicate resist crosshatched designs on her left shoulder and the emblematic 'red hand' on her chest, her face marked by parallel incised cheek tattoos, mouth slightly open, and wearing a bead necklace, tassel armbands, and string loincloth.
Provenance
Harold Reigle, Texas, acquired before mid 1970's
Ancient Art of the New World
Marion and Mark Lynton, acquired from the above in 1995
Ancient Art of the New World
Marion and Mark Lynton, acquired from the above in 1995
Condition
Excellent, good coloring, and details, intact except for minor chip on PL earlobes.
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.