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Yaka Maternity Group, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm)
Provenance
Jacques R. Van Overstraeten, Brussels
Philippe Laeremans, Brussels
Peter Michael Boyd, Seattle
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, cquired from the above on May 10, 2004
Philippe Laeremans, Brussels
Peter Michael Boyd, Seattle
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, cquired from the above on May 10, 2004
Exhibited
Hamline University Art Galleries, Saint Paul, Icons of Perfection: Figurative Sculpture from Africa, December 2, 2005 – February 11, 2006
Literature
Jacques R. Van Overstraeten, Regards noirs et blancs, Brussels, 1997
Dick Beaulieux, Belgium Collects African Art, Brussels, 2000, p. 263
Frank Herreman, Icons of Perfection: Figurative Sculpture from Africa, Saint Paul, 2006, p. 47, cat. 30
Dick Beaulieux, Belgium Collects African Art, Brussels, 2000, p. 263
Frank Herreman, Icons of Perfection: Figurative Sculpture from Africa, Saint Paul, 2006, p. 47, cat. 30
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. Small chips around some edges including to bottom edges of feet. Fine rubbed dark brown patina. Each foot is drilled with a small hole for attachment to modern base.
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.
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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.