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Kongo-Vili Whistle Charm, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bush diker horn, wood
- Height of wood: 3 3/8 in (8.6 cm)
Nsiba, mounted on associated Common Bush Duiker (Sylvicapra grimmia) horn.
Provenance
Josef Herman, Suffolk
Christie's Amsterdam, The Josef Herman Collection of African Art, December 12, 2000, lot 241
William Watson, New Orleans, acquired at the above auction
Sotheby's Paris, June 23, 2006, lot 148
Martin Lerner, New York, acquired from the above auction
Christie's Amsterdam, The Josef Herman Collection of African Art, December 12, 2000, lot 241
William Watson, New Orleans, acquired at the above auction
Sotheby's Paris, June 23, 2006, lot 148
Martin Lerner, New York, acquired from the above auction
Literature
William Watson (adv.), Art and Auction, October 2004, p. 138
William Watson (adv.), Tribal Art, Autumn/Winter 2004, p. 116
William Watson (adv.), Tribal Art, Autumn/Winter 2004, p. 116
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this age and type. Minor nicks and scratches from age and use. Hairline age crack to proper left bottom edge. Chip to top right rim above face. Exceptionally fine medium to dark reddish brown patina with some encrustation in recesses. Mounted on associated duiker horn with brass base.
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.
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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.