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Baining Kavat Mask, New Britain
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
Barkcloth, fiber and pigment- Height: 25 1/2 in (64.8 cm)
Provenance
Edouard Klejman, Paris
Galerie Témoin, Geneva (inv no. 99227)
Jan Krugier, Monaco, acquired from the above in 2001
Galerie Témoin, Geneva (inv no. 99227)
Jan Krugier, Monaco, acquired from the above in 2001
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this age, type, and delicate material. Small scattered tears, fraying, and holes to barkcloth throughout. some water stains including to element protruding from chin. This element is loose and fragile. Hole in barkcloth on reverse of proper right "eye". Material is dry and very fragile.
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.