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Luba Shankadi Bowl Bearing Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- wood, glass beads
- Height: 13 1/4 in (33.7 cm)
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, June 25, 1984, lot 158
Patricia Withofs, London
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on June 8, 1987
Patricia Withofs, London
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on June 8, 1987
Literature
Jean-Baptiste Bacquart, The Tribal Arts of Africa, New York and London, 1998, p. 156, fig. 5
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and small chips consistent with age and use. Proper left foot broken and glued. Proper left forearm with a broken segment which was reattached with metal brackets in situ, now loose. Age crack to the separately-carved lid of the vessel. Narrow vertical crack to proper right side of vessel. Facial features with shallow abrasions as seen in catalogue illustration. Aged dark brown patina, partially rubbed, with areas of incrustation and covered by a film of wax.
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.