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Mahongwe Reliquary Figure, Gabon
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- wood, metal
- Height: 8 1/4 in (21 cm)
Provenance
Jacques Kerchache, Paris
Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, Geneva
Sotheby's London, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan Collection of African Art, June 27, 1983, lot 40
Private American Collection, acquired at the above auction
Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, Geneva
Sotheby's London, Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan Collection of African Art, June 27, 1983, lot 40
Private American Collection, acquired at the above auction
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Bottom section is fragmentary as seen in catalogue photograph. Area of insect damage to exposed wood on reverse. Minor abrasions, dents, and bent metal elements. Some metal strips loose, particularly those around the top of the neck. Nose slightly loose. Age cracks to wood where metal strips are inserted around edge of the reverse. Exceptionally fine aged oxidized patina to the metal with verdegris and encrustation. Permanently affixed to base with post.
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.