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Kongo-Yombe Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- clay, wood
- Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)
Provenance
Hotel Drouot, Paris, November 25, 1985, lot 56
André Schoeller, Paris
Merton D. Simpson, New York (inv. no. "4977"), acquired from the above in January 1986
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above
André Schoeller, Paris
Merton D. Simpson, New York (inv. no. "4977"), acquired from the above in January 1986
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above
Exhibited
The Bruce Museum, Greenwich, Connecticut, Power Incarnate: Allan Stone's Collection of Sculpture from the Congo, May 14 - September 4, 2011
Literature
Kevin D. Dumouchelle, Power Incarnate: Allan Stone's Collection of Sculpture from the Congo, Greenwich, Connecticut, 2011, p. 41, cat. 18
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Wedge-shaped loss to the back of the integrally-carved plinth and through proper left heel, restored and with chipping adhesive. Spots and oxidation to reflective metallic mirror backing. Cracks to proper right edge of mirror. Chipping around edges of charge materials, with some edges filled in later for stabilization. Chipping to vegetal adhesive around glass inlay in the eyes. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips, and flaking. Fine glossy dark reddish brown and blackened patina. Merton D. Simpson Gallery inventory number "4977" painted in white on underside.
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.