Lot 205
  • 205

PADDY HENRY (TEEAMPI) RIPIJINGIMPI

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 AUD
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Description

  • Paddy Henry (Teeampi) Ripijingimpi
  • UNTITLED - PUKUMANI CARVING c.1975
  • Natural earth pigments on carved ironwood
  • Height: 103.5 cm

Provenance

Executed on Bathurst or Melville Islands
Private collection, Queensland

Condition

The wood has some minor surface cracking but is in a stable condition. The carving has suffered very little pigment loss and is stable.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."