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A Superb Dengese Cup, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
crouching on two parted legs, the female figure with scarification on the abdomen and the back, holding her hands to the cheeks; exceptionally fine medium to dark brown patina with areas of encrustation and residue.
Provenance
Galerie J. and A. Le Roy Freres, Brussels, December 12-13, 1924, lot 180 (ill., described as 'Bushongo. Entre Kasaï et Sankuru')
Snyers d'Attenhove family, Belgium
Philippe Guimiot, Brussels
Condition
very good condition overall; two toes of right foot restored, front of foot broken and reattached, left heel chipped, age crack on left side of head; exceptionally fine medium to dark brown patina with areas of encrustation and residue.
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.