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Casse-tête cérémoniel, perroquet stylisé Culture Nicoya Région de Nosara, Costa Rica Période IV récente, 100 av. J.-C.-500 ap. J.-C.
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Culture Nicoya
- Casse-tête cérémoniel, perroquet stylisé
- Pierre dure à patine brun clair à surface semi-brillante
- l. 18 cm ; 7 in
Provenance
Collection Josef Mueller, Soleure, acquis avant 1952
Collection Barbier-Mueller, Genève, Inv. n° 521-31
Collection Barbier-Mueller, Genève, Inv. n° 521-31
Literature
Arts précolombiens de l’Amérique centrale dans les collections du musée Barbier-Mueller de Barcelone: Nicaragua, Costa Rica et Panamá, 2001, fig. 17, p. 102
Condition
Bon état de conservation, avec éclats visibles et altération de surface
Good condition overall, with visible chips and fading to the surface
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."