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A Massim, Trobriand Islands, Dance Paddle, Papua New Guinea
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
kaidebu, the oval shaped handle bisecting two openwork paddles with the highly abstract images of two birds in relief; fine aged patina with dark brown patina with traces of red, white and dark pigment.
Provenance
Collected in situ by Dr. John Hadmar Sticht, 1902
By descent through the family
Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York , February 7, 1970, lot 132 (ill.)
By descent through the family
Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York , February 7, 1970, lot 132 (ill.)
Condition
fair condition overall; both paddles cracked through the middle and reattached with some parts missing on one side; areas of abrasion; fine aged patina with dark brown patina with traces of red, white and dark 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.