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Bembe Seated Female Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- wood, glass
- Height: 6 in (15.2 cm)
Provenance
Reportedly collected by a French missionary between 1920 and 1924
Reginald Groux, Paris
Tajan, Paris, June 19, 2000, lot 17
Oliver and Myriam Cohen, Geneva
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 2003, lot 81
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Reginald Groux, Paris
Tajan, Paris, June 19, 2000, lot 17
Oliver and Myriam Cohen, Geneva
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 2003, lot 81
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips and cracks consistent with age and use. Shallow vertical channel to proper left front of neck. Age cracks, including an open crack to proper right upper leg. Fine glossy medium brown patina. Surface varnished.
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.