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Guro Antelope Mask (zamble), Ivory Coast
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 17 3/4 in (45.1 cm)
Provenance
Merton D. Simpson, New York, early 1950s
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Alperton, New York, acquired from the above in 1952
Sotheby's, New York, May 18, 1992, lot 30, consigned by the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Alperton, New York, acquired from the above in 1952
Sotheby's, New York, May 18, 1992, lot 30, consigned by the above
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired at the above auction
Exhibited
Joe and Emily Lowe Art Center, Syracuse, New York, Masterpieces of African Sculpture, February 16 - April 1, 1964
The Nassau Community College, Firehouse Gallery, Garden City, New York, Primitive Art, February 14 - March 3, 1970, (no. 13)
C.W. Post Art Gallery, Greenvale, African Sculpture: The Shape of Surprise, February 17 - March 30, 1980
Rietberg Museum, Zurich, Die Kunst der Guro: Elfenbeinküste, May 11 - October 13, 1985
Center for African Art, New York, Art of the Guro, Ivory Coast, January 8 - April 6, 1986
The Nassau Community College, Firehouse Gallery, Garden City, New York, Primitive Art, February 14 - March 3, 1970, (no. 13)
C.W. Post Art Gallery, Greenvale, African Sculpture: The Shape of Surprise, February 17 - March 30, 1980
Rietberg Museum, Zurich, Die Kunst der Guro: Elfenbeinküste, May 11 - October 13, 1985
Center for African Art, New York, Art of the Guro, Ivory Coast, January 8 - April 6, 1986
Literature
M. Peter Piening, Masterpieces of African Sculpture, Syracuse, 1964, cat. 118
Susan M. Vogel, African Sculpture: The Shape of Surprise, Greenvale, 1980, p. 17, fig. 57
Susan M. Vogel, African Sculpture: The Shape of Surprise, Greenvale, 1980, p. 17, fig. 57
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. Top proper right tooth and lower proper left tooth with shallow chips. Some very minor insect damage. Holes worn. Fine aged blackened patina with remains of red and white pigment. A vertical hole and an eye hook inserted in the reverse for attachment to 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.