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A Superb Yoruba Ivory Tapper, Nigeria
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
iroke, of hollowed cylindrical form carved from elephant ivory (loxodonta africana) tapering to a point, in the middle a kneeling female figure holding a round fan in her hands, the face with delicate features; exceptionally fine varied golden patina.
Provenance
Merton D. Simpson, New York
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 2003, lot 46
Sotheby's, New York, November 14, 2003, lot 46
Condition
very good condition overall for an object of this type and age; chips to circular band below figure and right of coiffure, the whole heavily worn attesting to a long period of use, worn on tip; exceptionally fine varied golden patina.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a nearly identical Yoruba ivory divination tapper with a kneeling female figure holding a fan, possibly by the same hand, see Ross (1992: 186, fig. 9-1).