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Apache Painted Hide Shield, probably Mescalero, Arizona
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- hide
hide, mineral pigments.
Provenance
Jonathan Holstein
Private American Collection, acquired from the above prior to April 9, 1988
Private American Collection, acquired from the above prior to April 9, 1988
Exhibited
The Aspen Center for the Visual Arts, Aspen CO, 1979
University of Colorado Museum, Boulder CO
Taylor Museum at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Colorado Springs CO
University of Colorado Museum, Boulder CO
Taylor Museum at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Colorado Springs CO
Literature
Holstein and Erdman, 1979, p. 19, pl. 21, illustrated
Owen, 1987, illustrated
Owen, 1987, illustrated
Condition
Very good condition with typical wear from age and handling. Minor abrasion and pigment loss; hide is supple.
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.
Catalogue Note
Reference: Ferg and Kessel, 1987, pp. 140-142; Wade, ed., 1986, p. 261.