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Northern Senufo Heddle Pulley, Ivory Coast
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 8 1/4 in (21 cm)
Provenance
Emil Storrer, Zurich (inv. no. "48")
Egon Guenther, Johannesburg, acquired from the above in 1971
Sotheby's, New York, November 18, 2000, lot 22, consigned by the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Egon Guenther, Johannesburg, acquired from the above in 1971
Sotheby's, New York, November 18, 2000, 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. Crack to proper right side of pulley with a native repair consisting of two nails and four metal brackets. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, and wear consistent with age and use. Exceptionally fine dark brown glossy aged patina with rubbing and some encrustation
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.