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Ibo Maiden Spirit Mask, Nigeria
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
Mounted on an Inagaki base.
Provenance
Charles Ratton, Paris
William B. Jaffe and Evelyn Annenberg Jaffe Hall, New York, acquired from the above on March 21, 1967
By descent to the present owner
William B. Jaffe and Evelyn Annenberg Jaffe Hall, New York, acquired from the above on March 21, 1967
By descent to the present owner
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor vertical hairline cracks in lower part of face through lips, and in openwork in bottom section of crest. Marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Four upturned elements around front and back of mask with chips and small losses. Losses to elements at front and back of crest. Fine aged patina with remains of black and white pigment. Attached to Inagaki base with vertical peg at center of top inside of mask, with an additional eyehook to set it in place.
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.