Lot 106
  • 106

BOUCLIER D'ARCHER ELÁYABORR, VALLÉE DE MENDI, PROVINCE DES SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS, PAPOUASIE-NOUVELLE-GUINÉE |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • haut. 90 cm ; 35 1/2 in
Bouclier d'archer eláyaborr, Vallée de Mendi, Province des Southern Highlands, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée

Provenance

Collection David Eastburn, Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée, acquis dans la région de Mendi ca. 1960
Collection Elizabeth Pryce, Sydney

Condition

Very good condition overall. Chips, scratches, marks and abrasions throughout consistent with the object’s age and use within the culture. A break to the wood on the proper left side approximately 7cm long. Another crack to the bottom proper right edge approximately 5 cm long. Excellent preservation of the red and white pigment with wear in places. Label bearing Elizabeth Pryce collection inv. no. EP-195 to reverse of board.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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