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Senufo Ngoro Dance Horse (Syon), Ivory Coast
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- wood, fiber
- Length: 41 3/4 in (106.1 cm)
Provenance
Henri Kamer and Alan Brandt, Paris and New York, 1960s
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on June 8, 1966
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on June 8, 1966
Condition
Good condition for an object of this age and rare type. Marks, nicks, scratches, small chips, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Bottom part of the mouth of the horse broken with an old indigenous repair consisting of two metal brackets on the proper left side, and one on the proper right. Tips of the ears also attached with old metal brackets. The tail pierced and affixed with wire. Dry, aged, varied dark brown patina. Fiber attachments fragile.
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.