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Ramu River Mask From a Sacred Flute, Lower Sepik Region, Papua New Guinea
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 8 3/4 in (22.2 cm)
painted underneath in black ink: "I.C. 5821. / Ramu. / Dr. Bassler"
Provenance
Dr. Arthur Baessler (1857-1907), collected in situ between 1887 and 1889
Linden Museum, Stuttgart, before 1914
Mathias Komor, New York
Private Collection, New York, acquired from the above on May 22, 1969
Linden Museum, Stuttgart, before 1914
Mathias Komor, New York
Private Collection, New York, acquired from the above on May 22, 1969
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Minor chipping and wear around rim and to holes for attachments. Chip at proper left top on reverse. Remains of basketwork attached to top section on both sides, fragmentary as seen in catalogue photograph. Partially crusty surface with remains of black and red pigment. The reverse with fine aged dark brown patina. Pencil inscription on reverse: "5821"; white ink: "I.C.5821"; black ink: "I.C.5821 / Ramu / Dr. Bässler."; and another indistinct pencil inscription.
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.