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Kwakiutl Polychromed Wood Mask
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Red Cedar
depicting Tsonoqwa, with a projecting tubular mouth in a "blowing" expression, exaggerated pinched cheeks, deeply hollowed eye frames enclosing close set pierced pupils, perpendicular nose and browline; red and black painted details.
Exhibited
Extended loan to the DeYoung Museum, San Francisco, CA
Condition
Heavy wear to the periphery. Three holes in the facial plane around the mouth; one on the right eye socket.
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.
Catalogue Note
See Gunther, 1966, pp. 124-129: "Based on another myth complex is the story of Tsonoqwa, the Cannibal Woman who figures in the clan legends and also is a member of the Seal Society. She lives in the woods and wanders around seeking children to eat."