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Bembe female figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, procelain
- Height: 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm)
the eyes inlaid with porcelain.
Provenance
Reginald Groux, Paris
Martin Lerner, New York, acquired from the above
Martin Lerner, New York, acquired from the above
Literature
Reginald Groux (adv.), Arts d'Afrique Noire, no. 53, p. 40
Raoul Lehuard, Art Bakongo: les centres de style, Arnouville, 1989, vol. 2, p. 337, fig. G1-2-1
Raoul Lehuard, Art Bakongo: les centres de style, Arnouville, 1989, vol. 2, p. 337, fig. G1-2-1
Condition
Good condition for an object of this age and type. Hole in proper right armpit. Age crack with surface loss to back of head. Crack to corner of proper right ceramic eye. Cavity of insect damage to proper left shoulder. Fronts of both feet broken and glued. Insect damage to inside of proper right leg and near genitals. Hole in buttocks with burned surface inside. Fine medium and reddish-brown patina. Nails glued into bottom of feet for insertion into 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.
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.