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Loma Clan Mask, Liberia
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 10 5/8 inches (27 cm)
Provenance
Acquired by Charles D. Miller, III from a high-ranking Poro Society official in the town of Zorzor in Northwestern Liberia in the 1970s
Charles D. Miller, III, St. James, New York
Charles D. Miller, III, St. James, New York
Condition
Very good condition for an object of this type and age, with remains of crusty charge material in the coiffure. Crusty material in eyes and mouth. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips, cracks, and losses consistent with age and use. Age cracks including one to proper right side of head, and to back reverse of chin. . Chips, cracks, and losses to holes for attachments on the reverse. Exceptionally fine glossy dark brown patina with 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.