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Colima Coati Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- stone
- Length: 9 1/2 in (24.1 cm)
perched at attention and looking left, with sharply tapered nose, beaded eyes and ears pulled back, a spout from the head.
Provenance
Galerie Mermoz, Paris
Marion and Mark Lynton, acquired from the above in 1986
Marion and Mark Lynton, acquired from the above in 1986
Condition
Excellent appears intact. Fine sculpted features and coloring.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a highly similar coati vessel, see von Winning (1974: Fig. 91).