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A Dogon Hogon Staff, Mali
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the curved staff with two male standing and one abstract kneeling figures on top; fine crusty medium grey brown patina.
Provenance
Nelson A. Rockefeller, New York
Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, May 4, 1967, lot 3 (ill.)
Condition
substantially, the object is in good condition; however the surface of the object is only in fair condition with abrasions to the face, arms and knees of the left (when looking at catalogue illustration) figure and abrasions to the right side of the other figure as well as the u-shaped element in between; fine crusty medium grey brown 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.