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DOGON HEDDLE PULLEY, MALI
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
Provenance
John J. Klejman, New York
By descent through the family
Sotheby's New York, May 8, 1996, lot 57
Robert Rubin, New York, acquired at the above auction
Exhibited
Bruce Museum of Arts and Science, Greenwich, Three African Traditions: The Art of the Dogon, Fang and Songye, January 31 - April 18, 1999; additional venue:
Museum for African Art, New York, April 30 - August 15, 1999
Heller Ehrman, New York, African Art at Heller Ehrman, April - November 2005
Condition
Very good condition overall for an object of this type and age. Two holes drilled into bottom for mounting. The front with partial loss as shown. Small nicks and scratches. Wear and tear from traditional use. Minor loss on proper left back of head. Exceptionally fine glossy dark brown patina with residue. A leather strap around the neck.
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.