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A Senufo Heddle Pulley, Ivory Coast
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
the U-shaped body surmounted by a bird's head; fine blackened patina.
Provenance
Réné Rasmussen, Paris
Acquired by the present owner from the above, July 21, 1965
Acquired by the present owner from the above, July 21, 1965
Exhibited
New York, Museum for African Art, Animals in African Art, March 31 - December 31, 1995
Literature
Allen F. Roberts, Animals in African Art: From the Familiar to the Marvelous, Munich, 1995, p. 108, cat. 4
Condition
excellent condition overall; two small drill holes on bottom for mounting; fine blackened 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.