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Senufo Heddle Pulley, Ivory Coast
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 7 3/8 in (18.7 cm)
Provenance
Susan and Jerry Vogel, New York (inv. no. "253"), acquired in Ivory Coast in the 1980s
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches and abrasions from age and use. Hairline age crack to back left side of pulley. Hole for insertion of peg holding spool with loss on proper right back side. Areas of wear inside from rubbing of spool. Spool with chipping and extensive wear from long period of use. Holes with wear from use. Small pit at back right side of head. Possible old loss to back of crest on head, patinated over. Red number "253" painted underneath pulley. Pierced on underneath of proper left side of pulley for insertion of base pin. Extremely fine dark brown crusty patina.
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.