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Dogon Female Figure, Mali
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 15 3/8 inches (39 cm)
Provenance
Lucien Van de Velde, Antwerp
S. Thomas Alexander III, St. Louis, acquired from the above in 1984
Marvin and Alice Levy, St. Louis, acquired from the above in 1984
S. Thomas Alexander III, St. Louis, acquired from the above
Private Collection, acquired from the above
S. Thomas Alexander III, St. Louis, acquired from the above in 1984
Marvin and Alice Levy, St. Louis, acquired from the above in 1984
S. Thomas Alexander III, St. Louis, acquired from the above
Private Collection, acquired from the above
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Erosion around bottom of integrally-carved plinth. Loss to front of proper left foot and plinth. Shallow surface cavities, including to proper left shin, and to proper left side of face. Old loss to proper left ear. Exceptionally fine aged, crusty layered patina. Fixed permanently to modern base.
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.