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Pair of Ifugao Bulul Figures, Philippines
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- wood
Provenance
Jim Willis, San Francisco
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on April 23, 1988
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on April 23, 1988
Condition
Good condition for objects of this type and age. Surfaces weathered. Proper left ear of male figure broken and glued. Both figures with abrasions to ears. Vertical age cracks including to body of female figure, to proper left side of the head of the male figure, and to proper left side of the plinth of each figure. Proper left thumb of female figure broken and glued. Shallow circular cavity to the top of the head of the male figure, and three such cavities to the head of the female figure. Marks, nicks, scratches, surface abrasions, and small chips throughout consistent with age and ritual use. Dry, aged dark brown patina with some remains of insect casings.
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.