- 280
Mumuye Figure, Nigeria
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 27 1/2 in (69.9 cm)
Provenance
Mauricio and Emilia Lasansky, Iowa City, by the late 1970s
By descent to the present owners
By descent to the present owners
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and small chips consistent with age and use. Chips to front edge of coiffure to the proper left side of face. Age cracks, including to front of figure below umbilicus. Wear to undersides of feet. Some small knots in the wood. Fine aged, varied, partially blackened and encrusted patina consistent with age and ritual handling, with remains of white pigment around face, breasts, umbilicus, fingers, and legs.
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.