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A Fang Janus Headed Ivory Finial, Gabon
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
carved from elephant ivory (loxodonta africana), the circular hollowed shaft surmounted by a janus head with small mouths and almond shaped pierced eyes; fine golden ivory patina.
Provenance
Robert Ruark, London
Acquired from the above before 1965
Acquired from the above before 1965
Condition
very good condition overall, minor age cracks on top; fine golden ivory 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
American-born Robert Ruark (1915-1965) was the author of bestselling novels and a passionate big game hunter. As a result of his first safari, Ruark wrote the book Horn of the Hunter (1953) in which he details his hunting experiences.