Lipsanothèque in the form of a small sarcophagus Decorated with numerous crosses, both on the body and lid. White marble. Visible missing parts, including one side, and probable added elements. Constantinople, 5th - 6th century. Height: 18.5; width: 27.5 cm Provenance: From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Zakos in Istanbul in August 1956. Indicated as "found in Istanbul in the University district in 1955, during urban planning work". Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.
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Lot no. 126

Lipsanothèque in the form of a small sarcophagus Decorated with numerous crosses, both on the body and lid. White marble. Visible missing parts, including one side, and probable added elements. Constantinople, 5th - 6th century. Height: 18.5; width: 27.5 cm Provenance: From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Zakos in Istanbul in August 1956. Indicated as "found in Istanbul in the University district in 1955, during urban planning work". Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.

Estimate
€3,000 - €5,000
Result
Not sold
Buyer's premium
30%
Lipsanothèque in the form of a small sarcophagus Decorated with numerous crosses, both on the body and lid. White marble. Visible missing parts, including one side, and probable added elements. Constantinople, 5th - 6th century. Height: 18.5; width: 27.5 cm Provenance: From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Zakos in Istanbul in August 1956. Indicated as "found in Istanbul in the University district in 1955, during urban planning work". Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.
Sale
ARCHAEOLOGY - Collection of N. and J.-M. Thierry & Collection of Monsieur X.
Friday 25 October 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 5 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris