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A Zoomorphic Fon Brass Sceptre, Benin
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
the curved shaft surmounted by the head of a lion with a seperately cast monkey figure in its mouth; fine brass patina.
Provenance
Sam Wagstaff, New York
Robert Mapplethorpe, New York
Christie's, New York, October 31, 1989, lot 417 (unill.)
Acquired by the present owner at the above auction
Exhibited
New York, Museum of African Art, Animals in African Art: From the Familiar to the Marvelous, March 31 - December 31, 1995
Literature
Allen F. Roberts, Animals in African Art: From the Familiar to the Marvelous, New York, 1995, cover and p. 180, cat. 139
The Museum for African Art (ed.), Olofofo: News from the Museum for African Art, Fall 1995, p. 1
The Museum for African Art (ed.), Olofofo: News from the Museum for African Art, Fall 1995, p. 1
Condition
excellent condition overall; peg through monkey's proper left leg missing causing the figure to be slightly loose; fine brass 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.