- 52
Fante Female Figure, Ghana
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, beads
- Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
Provenance
Michael Wyman, Chicago
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on February 13, 1995
Myron Kunin, Minneapolis, acquired from the above on February 13, 1995
Condition
Stable condition. Lower legs lacking. Both forearms broken and glued. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips and cracks consistent with age and use. Age cracks, including to back proper right side of the head and down center of spine. Fine rubbed aged surface with remains of white and black pigment.
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.