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This is the rating and price for Fantastic Alabaster Bust Of Zeus Serapis, Roman Egypt



Description : A brilliantly carved alabaster bust of Zeus Serapis, Roman Egypt, c.2nd-3rd Century AD, wearing his distinctive modius crown, his hair and beard beautifully detailed. The modius itself is an attribute that is often carved separately and usually missing. This depiction is based on a 3rd Century BC cult statue by Bryaxis of Serapis in Alexandria. Rare representation in alabaster. Carved in the round. H: 7 1/3 in (18.6cm). Custom base with label. Ex Brauns collection, Southern California purchased from the Tel Aviv Hilton Archaeology Shop in 1972 with receipt and exhibited at the Israeli Pavilion of the Palazzo Strozzi in 1971, in possession of the French Consul in 1922.
Price: 9 840.00 USD It's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 12000 USD-15000 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 135
Title : Fantastic Alabaster Bust Of Zeus Serapis, Roman Egypt
Condition report : The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
Ancient Resource Auctions, auctioneer, Montrose, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Auction 52: Fine Ancient Artifacts
Sale date : 31 Jul 2016 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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