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LOT 0377
Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
POST MEDIEVAL BRONZE STATUE OF SAPPHO
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY A.D.
11 in. (2.3 kg, 28 cm).
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY A.D.
11 in. (2.3 kg, 28 cm).
Hollow-formed figure standing in contrapposto pose, wearing a chiton and draped himation with decorative borders; the hair bound with ribbons into a cone and the loose ends draped onto the shoulders; sockets for separately cast forearms (absent); rear of neck damaged. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Discovered in a wall of a castle in Hagetaubin, France.
Property of a French collector.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
