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Fang armlet mask, Gabon
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, fibers, brass
- Height of wood: 6 1/2 in (16.5 cm)
Provenance
Lucien van de Velde, Brussels
Cecille and Michael Pulitzer, Santa Barbara, acquired from the above
Exhibited
Credit Communal de Belgique, Brussels, Masques du Monde – Het Masker in de Wereld, June 28 – July 31, 1974
Literature
A. Dorisingfang-Smets and A.G. Claerhout (eds.), Masques du Monde – Het Masker in de Wereld, Brussels, 1974, p. 70
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Losenge shaped aperture in the center of the forehead running through to the back of the mask. Another similar aperture at proper left side of the head. Minor nicks, scratches, and abrasions throughout. Small chip to back left side. Small drill hole to underside under attachments. Attachments dry. Fine medium brown patina with some dry areas and encrustation on the face.
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.