THREE SHIELDS, WESTERN AUSTRALIA,

carved in hardwood of elongated ovoid form, including a La Grange Bay shield of planoconvex section, the reverse replete with finely engraved interlocking key design motif and cut loop handle, together with a finely carved Dampierland Peninsula shield, the front with bands of fluted designs divided into ten sections to form a zig-zag motif, the bands infilled with white and brown pigment, the reverse with a linear motif running horizontally infilled with white ochre divided by five broad, undecorated bands and cut lug handle, and another early example with engraved zig-zag motif divided into seventeen sections, each band infilled alternately in encrusted white and brown pigments, the reverse similarly decorated, with loop handle of oval section

Al three of the shield appear in generally good condition. Two have suffered many areas of pigment loss.
"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."