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Old Bering Sea Human Effigy, Saint Lawrence Island, Alaska, Circa 100-500 A.D.
估價
12,000 - 18,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- walrus ivory
walrus ivory.
來源
Perry Lewis Collection, Connecticut
Jeffrey Myers, New York City
George Shaw, Aspen CO
Hugh and Gay Eaton Collection, Aspen CO, acquired from the above
Jeffrey Myers, New York City
George Shaw, Aspen CO
Hugh and Gay Eaton Collection, Aspen CO, acquired from the above
Condition
Good but fragile overall condition. Exhibits typical wear and encrustation as well as evidence of light cleaning. Hairline cracks including a small surface break that was conserved.
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.