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A SHIELD, NORTH EAST QUEENSLAND,
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 AUD
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Description
- Length: 55.5 cm
carved in hardwood of elongated ovoid form and plano-convex section, the front with a raised geometric motif decorated with impregnated red and black pigment, engraved across the centre with a band of cross-hatching, the central motif highlighted against a surrounding white ground, the reverse with a similar raised motif decorated in red pigment above a white ground, with deep-cut lug handle
Provenance
Robert Stewart of Southwick
Culgruff House, Kirkcudbrightshire Scotland
Christie's, Art Africain et Océanien, Paris, 11 June 2007, lot 239
Private collection
Culgruff House, Kirkcudbrightshire Scotland
Christie's, Art Africain et Océanien, Paris, 11 June 2007, lot 239
Private collection
Condition
The shield is in good condition with no visible repairs or restoration.
"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."
"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."