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Bwa or Nunuma Figural Flute, Burkina Faso
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 12 5/8 in (32.1 cm)
Provenance
Mauricio and Emilia Lasansky, Iowa City, acquired circa 1982-84
By descent to the present owners
By descent to the present owners
Literature
Christopher Roy, Art of the Upper Volta Rivers, Paris, 1987, p. 88, cat. 63
Marie-Thérèse Brincard, Sounding Forms: African Musical Instruments, New York, 1989, p. 167, cat. 133
Marie-Thérèse Brincard, Sounding Forms: African Musical Instruments, New York, 1989, p. 167, cat. 133
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this age and rare type. Small old chips and shallow surface abrasions, now patinated over. Minor marks, nicks, scratches and abrasions consistent with age and handling. Exceptionally fine glossy dark brown patina. Red number painted on the underside: "039".
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.