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Bamana Antelope Figure, Mali
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 34 3/4 inches (88.3 cm)
Provenance
John Buxton, Dallas
Balene McCormick, Santa Fe, acquired from the above on November 20, 1991
Balene McCormick, Santa Fe, acquired from the above on November 20, 1991
Condition
Good condition for an object of this age and type. Marks, nicks, scratches, small chips, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Small patch of glue around back proper right hole for attachment to headdress. Age crack to proper left front hole. Small scattered worm holes. Tips of both horns broken and glued. Some other surface cracks in horns with small repairs. Tips of ears broken and glued. Fine glossy medium brown patina.
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
The McCormick Bamana antelope figure (chi wara) is distinguished by its refined style and sophisticated openwork design of the mane. For a sculpture by the same hand cf. Colleyn (2001: 200, cat. 185 left).