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DOGON CROCODILE MASK, MALI
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
Provenance
Gallery Menist, Amsterdam
Acquired by the present owner from the above on March 14, 1967
Condition
Good condition overall for an object of this type and age. Losses and age cracks on both sides of face above eyes as seen in photographs. Age crack through tip of openwork crest above the nose with native repair as seen in photographs. Hairline cracks and abrasions throughout consistent with age and use. Some teeth missing as seen in photographs. Drill hole on bottom from previous mount. Old paper label on jaw. Fine aged patina with crusty black and white pigments. Rope attachments are fragile.
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.