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Kuba Cosmetics Box, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Width: 12 3/4 in (32.4 cm)
Provenance
Collected in situ by Lore Kegel in the proximity of Mushenge, Mweka district, in 1953
Lore Kegel, Hamburg (inv. no. "117-76")
Boris Kegel-Konietzko, Hamburg, acquired from the above
Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, acquired from the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on May 13, 1989
Lore Kegel, Hamburg (inv. no. "117-76")
Boris Kegel-Konietzko, Hamburg, acquired from the above
Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels, acquired from the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on May 13, 1989
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips, and cracks consistent with age and use. Shallow chips on the underside. Old chips to ledge on underside of lid. Very fine medium brown patina with encrustation. The interior with remains of red pigment and old insect casings. The underside with a small patch of adhesive and remains of an old label.
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.