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Four Kwere or Zaramo Zithers, Tanzania
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Heights: 27 1/4 in (69.2 cm) , 32 1/2 (82.6 cm), 25 1/4 (64.1 cm), 23 3/4 in (60.3 cm)
Provenance
Mauricio and Emilia Lasansky, Iowa City, acquired circa 1983
By descent to the present owners
By descent to the present owners
Condition
Very good condition for objects of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions and wear consistent with age and use. Hairline vertical age cracks to all four. Zither shown at far left of catalogue photograph with glued vertical age crack through the box and losses around holes for attachment of strings as shown in catalogue photograph. Second from left with some missing inlaid metal elements and consolidated cracks on the reverse. All with fine glossy patina, some lightly waxed.
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.