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A Kerewa, Goaribari Island, Spirit Board, Papua New Guinea
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
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of flat oval form, decorated in relief with an anthropomorphic face surrounded by circles and a triangular element underneath; aged patina with white, red and dark brown pigment.
Provenance
Collected in situ by George Craig
Ingeborg de Beausacq, New York
Julius Carlebach, New York
David and Clifford Gelbard, New York
David Rilling, Sellersville
Scott Rodolitz, New York
Lewis - Wara Gallery, Seattle
Condition
very good condition overall; minor cracks, nicks and scratches; water damage on bottom rim; pierced through top; three small holes on reverse with one screw holding mount; aged patina with white, red and dark brown pigment.
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.