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Baule Heddle Pulley, Ivory Coast
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 7 1/2 in (19.1 cm)
Provenance
Collected in situ by Hans Himmelheber in the early 1930s
Lore and Dr. Georg Kegel, Hamburg, acquired from the above in the late 1930s
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Lore and Dr. Georg Kegel, Hamburg, acquired from the above in the late 1930s
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
Marks, nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use. Pierced twice through top of coiffure, holes worn from use. Small chips and surface cavities. Age cracks including to proper right side of head, filled with crusty buildup. Native binding repair to proper left "shoulder" of pulley (loose). Losses to holes where spool was attached. The number "B85" painted in white on reverse. Attached to base with nails (loose).
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.