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Bembe Male Ancestor Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 8 1/4 inches (21 cm)
Provenance
Charles Ratton, Paris
Samuel Dubiner, Tel Aviv, acquired in the 1950s or earlier
Sotheby's, London, July 2, 1990, lot 125, consigned by the family of the above
Private Collection, New York, acquired at the above auction
Samuel Dubiner, Tel Aviv, acquired in the 1950s or earlier
Sotheby's, London, July 2, 1990, lot 125, consigned by the family of the above
Private Collection, New York, acquired at the above auction
Exhibited
Tel Aviv Museum, Tel Aviv, African Art: Collection Samuel Dubiner, January 1960; additional venue:
Bezalel National Museum, Jerusalem, August 7 - October 7, 1960
Bezalel National Museum, Jerusalem, August 7 - October 7, 1960
Literature
Tel Aviv Museum, African Art: Collection Samuel Dubiner, Tel Aviv, 1960, fig. 119
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Shallow chip to lower lip. Indistinct inventory number painted in white at reverse of integrally-carved plinth. Shallow chip to proper right heel. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and small cracks consistent with age and use. Fine medium brown patina with areas of black stain.
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.