Northwest Coast Polychrome Wood Portrait Mask

carved with naturalistic mouth with lips slightly parted, nose with hollowed flaring nostrils, modeled cheekbones, and pointed oval eyerims beneath thick arching brows; the face, forehead and chin painted in red, white and black, with a goatee, and crest designs.

Hairline split at the right eye brow, three inches; stable. Overall typical wear for age but generally very good condition.
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.