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Guro Heddle Pulley, Ivory Coast
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 8 3/8 in (21.3 cm)
Provenance
William W. Brill, New York (inv. no. "962")
By descent from the above
Sotheby's, New York, November 17, 2006, lot 22, consigned by the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
By descent from the above
Sotheby's, New York, November 17, 2006, lot 22, consigned by the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Minor marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips, and cracks consistent with age and use. Age cracks, including to proper right side of coiffure, to back of pulley, and through proper right side of pulley through hole for attachment of the spool. Small old losses to edges of ears, and to top rim. Exceptionally fine layered dark brown patina with encrustation. Four pinholes in underside 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.
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.