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Carved and Painted Pine Cigar Store Indian Princess, Probably New York, circa 1880
Estimate
20,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- height of Indian 56 in.; overall height 70 in.
the full-length, small scaled figure in feathered headress, fringed costume holding blocks of tobacco, cigars and rose, standing on a wheeled pedestal base. Restorations to paint and nose.
Condition
please note that the Fine Carved and Painted Cigar Store Indian Princess is attributed to Samuel Robb, New York, circa 1880; as well, it has additional provenance information: the Estate of Robert Dunn, the Haffenreffer Collection of Cigar Store Indians, Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., Sale 1668, April 11, 1956, Lot 11; please also note the revised estimate is $20,000 - 40,000; the nose has been restored and there are cracks, splits, and repaint all consistent with use and age
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.