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Kuba Cup, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 5 1/8 inches (13 cm)
Provenance
John J. Klejman, New York
Private Collection, acquired from the above, May 1969
Private Collection, acquired from the above, May 1969
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches and abrasions consistent with age and use. Knot inside with a vertical age crack, not visible from outside. Some other very minor hairline age cracks. Rectangular paper label under the foot with handwritten "3292 / sm. Bakuba cup. w/ face"
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.