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Baule Mask, Ivory Coast
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height: 12 inches (30.5 cm)
Provenance
Peter and Monica Wengraf, London, by 1982
Private Collection, New York, acquired in the 1980s
Private Collection, New York, acquired in the 1980s
Literature
Arcade Gallery (adv.), African Arts, Vol. XVI, No. 1, November 1982, p. 17
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, small chips and cracks throughout. Two drill holes in reverse from a previous mounting. Losses to top edge and lower proper right edge of rim on reverse. Abrasions and small losses to eyelids. Small old losses to edges of beard. Fine aged, blackened patina.
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.