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Haussa Headcrest, Nigeria
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- hornbill, goat hide
- Length: 13 1/4 in (33.7 cm)
consisting of the head of a Abyssinian Ground Hornbill (Bucorvus abyssinicus) wrapped in Domestic Goat (Capra hircus) hide.
Provenance
Merton D. Simpson, New York
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above in the 1970s
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above in the 1970s
Condition
Very good condition for an item of this type, age and material. Some stitching unraveling. Leather is dry in some places. Fine aged blackened patina with red paint on the eyes, and residue. Merton D. Simpson Gallery inventory number "498" painted in red on top of conical wood element.
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.