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Bembe Power Figure, Republic of Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood, cloth
- Height: 5 1/2 in (14 cm)
Provenance
Collection de Villenfaghe, Brussels
Patrick Dierickx, Brussels
Michael Oliver, New York, acquired from the above
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on April 2, 1981
Patrick Dierickx, Brussels
Michael Oliver, New York, acquired from the above
Allan Stone, New York, acquired from the above on April 2, 1981
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this age, material, and rare type. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions and flaking patina. Minor age cracks including to forehead, to back proper right side of neck, and around the integrally-carved plinth. Cracks to bamboo rods bound to the charge bundle. Fabric with fraying, tears, holes, and small losses. With an old label underneath the foot inscribed in ink, partially illegible. A patch of glue covering the center of the label.
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.