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Lobi Head, Burkina Faso
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 14 1/4 in (36.2 cm)
Provenance
Private Collection, New York, acquired before 1971
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Surface weathered, and columnar cavity of insect damage running through neck and center of head. Stable age cracks with grain of the wood around this cavity in top of head. Some chipping to edges of neck. Surface insect damage on proper right side of head. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and rubbing throughout from age, exposure to elements, and handling. Extremely fine light brown patina with encrustation and remants of clay on surface.
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.