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Bracelet en ivoire, Ibo, Nigeria
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Bracelet en ivoire, Ibo
- diam. 9 cm
- 3 1/2 in
en forme de manchette, à bords légèrement incurvés, offrant un beau galbe. Superbe patine nuancée, brun rouge, profonde.
Exhibited
African Forms, Cornell, 2004
Condition
Good condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use within the culture.
A shallow old loss (patinated) to outer rim as evidenced by the catalogue illustration (see lower right). Four small dark areas on outer surface. Very fine patina, dark amber.
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.