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Large San Ildefonso Redware Bear Effigy By Tony Da (1940-2008), New Mexico
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- clay
clay, natural pigments, turquoise, olive and clam shell, coral, stone; signed "Da" on the interior rear right leg.
Provenance
McGee's Indian Den, Scottsdale AZ
Private Pennsylvania Collection, acquired from the above on April, 1977
Private Pennsylvania Collection, acquired from the above on April, 1977
Condition
Very good overall condition; slight wear on the base of the four paws not visible when the bear is in a resting position.
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.
Catalogue Note
This lot is accompanied with a letter from Anita M. Da, Tony Da's mother, dated April 1977, as well as an appraisal by Richard L. Spivey.