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MUMUYE FIGURE, NIGERIA
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
Provenance
Collected in situ by Charles Miller III, 1970s
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this age and type. Loss to front of proper left foot as seen in photograph. Age crack extending from proper right hip up to the base of the neck. Smaller age crack through proper left hip. Some cavities from knots (inherent in wood) including center of chest, proper right side near the right knee, proper right lower arm, proper left back of neck. Hairline crack to back of proper left ear. Nicks, scratches, wear and tear from age and traditional handling. Hole in nose and two in each ear for jewelry, only one ring remaining as seen in photograph. Fine varied dark brown patina with white pigment and residue. Bottom of proper right foot drilled for mounting.
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.