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A SUPERB YAKA JANIFORM POWER FIGURE, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
with a money cowrie shell (cypraea moneta) on the head and African crested porcupine quills (hystrix cristata) protruding from the body.
Provenance
Reportedly from a Belgian missionary collection
Marc Felix, Brussels
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1984
Condition
Good condition overall; minor nicks on base, scratches, wear and tear from traditional handling; minor insect damage on proper left jaw of striated face; clay surface on top of cloth wrap around body partially missing, as seen pon photographs; exceptionally fine patina with red, blue and white 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.