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Idoma Mask, Nigeria
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 10 1/8 inches (25.7 cm)
Provenance
Private Collection, Brussels
Private German Collection, acquired from the above on April 19, 1997
Private German Collection, acquired from the above on April 19, 1997
Literature
Arts d'Afrique Noire, no. 94, summer 1995, cover illustration
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Three complete metal teeth remaining as seen in catalogue illustration. Minor nicks, scratches, and small abrasions consistent with age and use. Dents to metal plates. One metal tack loose. Crusty white pigment to eyes with some areas of flaking. Craquelure to black pigment, some chipping to crusty edges around holes for attachment. Narrow chip to edge behind proper right ear, the detached piece present (held on by textile attachment). Fraying, holes, and tears to textile attachment. Exceptionally fine surface of thick glossy black pigment with white crusty pigment to eyes and remains of red in mouth and on scarification patterns.
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.